How To Make Fruit & Nut Butternut Squash Quinoa
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large bowl, combine the diced butternut squash, olive oil, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt and pepper. Toss to coat the squash evenly.
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Spread the squash in an even layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly golden.
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While the squash is roasting, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted squash, cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
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Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 280kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 10mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 10g
- Protein : 6g
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