Butternut Squash, Quinoa & Pumpkin Seed Salad
8
- Prep Time15 min
- Total Time35 min
- Makes4 servings
Loaded with beans, veggies, fruit and seeds, this protein-heavy power salad recipe is a satisfying, healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1/2 180-g pkg blend of grain and quinoa, (1/2 cup)
400-g pkg prepared butternut squash, cut into 1-in. cubes (3 cups)
1 small red onion, coarsely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
3/4 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp pepper
3 tbsp lemon juice, divided
2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
1 cup canned pinto or romano beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup crumbled sodium-reduced feta
Instructions
COOK quinoa following package directions.
PREHEAT oven to 450F. Toss squash, onion, 1 tbsp of the oil, 1/2 tsp of the salt and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast, stirring halfway through, until fork-tender, 15 to 20 min. Drizzle with 1 tbsp of the lemon juice.
COMBINE quinoa, squash mixture, broccoli, beans, cherries, pumpkin seeds, remaining 2 tbsp lemon juice, remaining 1 tbsp oil and remaining 1/4 tsp salt in a large bowl. Top with feta before serving.
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Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 419, Protein 16g, Carbohydrates 56g, Fat 17g, Fibre 7g, Sodium 769mg.
Excellent source of vitamin A.
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