Pear, Mushroom and Pomegranate Stuffing

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Pear, Mushroom and Pomegranate Stuffing
45 min.
8
151kcal

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Discover the perfect blend of flavors with our Pear, Mushroom, and Pomegranate Stuffing, an exquisite vegetarian delight that's both dairy-free and bursting with seasonal goodness. This dish elegantly marries the sweetness of fresh Anjou or Bartlett pears with the earthiness of cremini mushrooms, all enhanced by aromatic fresh thyme and sage. With each bite, you'll experience a delightful medley of textures and tastes that elevate any meal.

Perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts, this stuffing serves up to eight people and offers a wholesome side dish option that everyone can enjoy. The recipe is simple and can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it a convenient choice for even the busiest of chefs. Plus, with only 151 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free.

The use of whole-wheat baguette cubes brings a hearty component, while the addition of pomegranate juice and pitted prunes adds a surprising twist of sweetness and visual appeal. Whether paired with your favorite roasted vegetables or served alongside a roasted main dish, this stuffing is sure to impress. Get ready to wow your guests with a dish that not only tastes amazing but is also a celebration of wholesome, plant-based ingredients!

Ingredients

  • oz crusty baguette whole-wheat cut into 1-inch cubes
  • large purée of usa bartlett pear cored cubed
  •  celery stalks chopped
  • 10 ounces crimini mushrooms 
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup pomegranate juice 
  • 0.3 cup prune- cut to pieces pitted chopped
  • large sage 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Heat oil in a largeskillet over high heat. Cook mushrooms,celery, sage and thyme, stirring often,until mushrooms and celery soften, 6 to8 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Transfer to a bowl; add baguette cubes,pear, prunes, broth and juice.
  4. Mix well andlet rest until bread absorbs liquid.
  5. Transferto an 8" x 8" baking dish; cover with foil.
  6. Bake 40 minutes, remove foil and bakeuntil stuffing puffs up, about 5 minutes.
  7. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories151kcal
Protein11.69%
Fat16.91%
Carbs71.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.34
Glycemic Load
11.72
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.8495651995358%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.79mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.81mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:151.11kcal
7.56%
Fat:2.93g
4.5%
Saturated Fat:0.49g
3.07%
Carbohydrates:27.79g
9.26%
Net Carbohydrates:25.42g
9.24%
Sugar:10.73g
11.93%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:190.36mg
8.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.55g
9.1%
Selenium:14.23µg
20.33%
Copper:0.4mg
20.18%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.91%
Vitamin B3:3.29mg
16.47%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.05%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.67%
Folate:49.73µg
12.43%
Potassium:367.8mg
10.51%
Fiber:2.37g
9.47%
Vitamin K:9.75µg
9.28%
Iron:1.64mg
9.11%
Phosphorus:90.71mg
9.07%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.72%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.46%
Calcium:53.41mg
5.34%
Vitamin C:4.14mg
5.02%
Zinc:0.75mg
5.01%
Magnesium:19.94mg
4.99%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.44%
Vitamin A:138.04IU
2.76%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious