Savory Stuffed Pears

This recipe is the perfect autumn side dish or main course. A warming, gut-friendly dish that’s both grounding and gently sweet.

Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

• 2 firm pears, halved and cored

• ½ cup cooked quinoa

• 2 tbsp crumbled goat cheese or feta

• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or clove

• 1 tsp olive oil or ghee

• Sea salt + black pepper, to taste

Optional add-ins (choose one or skip):

• ½ tsp dried thyme or sage (warming and digestive)

• A splash of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar (for brightness)

Quick Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prep the pears:

• Slice pears in half lengthwise and gently scoop out a bit of the center.

• Brush cut sides with olive oil or ghee.

• Place in a small baking dish, cut side up.

3. Mix the filling:

• In a bowl, combine quinoa, goat cheese or feta, chopped nuts, spices, salt, and pepper.

• Add optional herbs or a splash of lemon/balsamic if using.

4. Stuff & bake:

• Spoon the filling into the hollowed pears.

• Add a splash of water to the bottom of the baking dish to keep the fruit moist.

• Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

• Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until pears are soft and tops are golden.

5. Serve warm:

Drizzle with olive oil, top with fresh herbs, or pair with greens for a light meal or appetizer.

🧡 Why It’s Nourishing

🍐 Pears – Rich in gut-loving prebiotic fiber that supports digestion and regularity.
🌿 Warming spices – Cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove stimulate circulation and soothe the digestive system.
🌰 Quinoa + nuts – Add protein, healthy fats, and minerals for blood sugar balance and satiety.
🧀 Goat cheese or feta – Brings creaminess, protein, and probiotics (in raw or fermented varieties).
🌱 Optional herbs – Like thyme or sage, these support immune resilience and seasonal balance.

A perfect bridge between sweet and savory, this dish is a delicious reminder that food can be beautiful, simple, and deeply healing.