When combined, the wholesome ingredients in this quinoa and butternut squash salad create a colorful meal or side with delightful fall feels and plentiful nutrients. Garlic, paprika, lime and cilantro give a welcome, mouthwatering nod to Latin cuisine. Keep it in the fridge for a quick power lunch or a tasty side – and since quinoa is a complete protein, feel confident serving it as a light dinner.
Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cool 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 205 kcal
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 cup quinoa cooked and cooled
- 2 cups butternut squash cubed
- 2 cups cauliflower florets cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- ¼ tsp. salt
Dressing
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ⅛ tsp. black pepper
Garnish
- Cilantro chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line sheet pan with parchment paper.
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In bowl, toss cauliflower and butternut squash with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika and salt.
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On baking sheet, place veggies and roast 20-25 minutes until brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
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In small bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.
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In serving bowl, combine cooled quinoa and roasted veggies. Drizzle with dressing and stir to coat.
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Garnish with chopped cilantro prior to serving.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Sodium 261mg11%
Potassium 510mg15%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 7603IU152%
Vitamin C 43mg52%
Calcium 57mg6%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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