Harvest Quinoa Salad

Harvest Quinoa Salad

DATE: September 27, 2022
  • Dairy-Free
  • diet
  • dinner
  • Gluten-Free
  • meal type
  • Side
  • vegan
This harvest quinoa salad is one word: nutritious. Packed with fall flavor and seasonal goodness, tender roasted squash seasoned with Healthy On You® Spice Spice Baby Asian 6 Spice Blend pairs beautifully with crisp apple, hearty quinoa, and vibrant fall produce for a bowl that is as nourishing as it is delicious. The warm sweetness of roasted squash against the bright crunch of fresh apple is peak autumn eating in every single bite. This easy quinoa salad recipe is a healthy Thanksgiving side dish or satisfying weeknight meal that celebrates the very best of fall produce at peak season. A harvest quinoa and roasted squash salad that is naturally gluten-free, packed with plant-based protein and fiber, and the kind of colorful, crowd-pleasing recipe that earns a permanent spot on your fall table from now until the season ends.
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FOR THE SALAD

  • 1 cup butternut squash, cubed
  • 1 tsp Healthy On You® Spice Spice Baby Spice Blend
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • ½ Honeycrisp apple, cubed
  • 6 pitted dates, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley, chopped

FOR THE DRESSING

  • ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp shallots, minced
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • sea salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Place the Spice Spice Baby, salt and olive oil in a small bowl and mix to combine.
  3. Place the butternut squash in a baking tray, pour the mixture over, and toss to coat. Bake in the oven for 30–35 minutes or until the squash is tender.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa per the package instructions.
  5. For the dressing: place all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk vigorously. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Place the cooked quinoa in a large serving bowl. Layer in the prepared apples, dates, and butternut squash. Lightly toss. Pour dressing over and toss again until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve!

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