Description
Warm Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is a wholesome dish that beautifully combines roasted butternut squash with fluffy quinoa, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty balsamic dressing, this warm salad is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make meal that feels like a celebration in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, rinse quinoa under cold water; cook in a pot with 2 cups of water or broth until fluffy (about 15 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted squash, chopped red onion, spinach, and feta cheese; drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil before tossing gently.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg