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Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa

Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa and Pomegranate. Only 5 ingredients and ready in 30 minutes. Gluten free & vegetarian recipe! | happyfoodstube.com

This roasted butternut squash salad with quinoa and pomegranate is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! It is a perfect fall salad!

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa and Pomegranate. Packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! It is a perfect fall salad! | happyfoodstube.com

I love salads. Mostly I make salads with lots of greens and tomatoes! Actually, I like tomatoes everywhere not only in salads! But this salad is different. First it is a warm salad and second there are no tomatoes in it at all! Not even one!

Now it contains roasted butternut squash pieces, avocado, pomegranate and quinoa. All these goodies are tossed around and drizzled with a lemon juice or honey dressing. The juice and dressing are optional but they make this salad even better. To keep the salad warm as long as possible I serve it on a baking tray which I used for roasting the squash. You don’t have to serve it warm, a cold version of this salad is also delicious but we like to eat warm meals more often during fall & winter.

So what do you think about all these ingredients? They are super healthy and combine together give you an amazing and super easy dish! A super easy dish with tasty title: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa & Pomegranate!

Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa Ingredients | happyfoodstube.com

Let’s talk about the ingredients so:
Butternut squash is a classic fall ingredient that tastes amazing. I like its sweetness and texture as well as its color.

Avocado is one of my favorite vegetables and I can’t get enough of it. Its buttery texture & nutty flavor makes it a great ingredient not only in salads but also in baking. It’s also packed with antioxidants, potassium and other goodies that make it a perfect choice for a healthy diet.

If you are after some new avocado recipes, then have a look at these ones: Avocado Hummus, simple open Sandwich with Avocado and Bacon or a Sourdough Bread with Avocado Spread.

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash | happyfoodstube.com

Pomegranate is another superfood rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and potassium. I like its dark red color and its sweet taste. It works great in this salad!

Quinoa is a superfood that originated in South America. The best thing about it is that it’s gluten free! Yes, it’s gluten free, it’s high in protein and minerals. It is also a good source of B-vitamins and vitamin E. Quinoa rocks and once you know how to prepare it you are in for a treat!

And now guess what else is good about this roasted butternut squash salad? Well, it’s also vegetarian, vegan and gluten free! Those of you who don’t eat honey (I know some vegans don’t) you can simply omit this ingredient. Or leave out the entire dressing.

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa and Pomegranate. Packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! It is a perfect fall salad! | happyfoodstube.com

It also is a pretty healthy gluten free salad recipe so if you are looking for a gluten free recipe inspiration then you might wanna check it out!

By the way, this butternut squash fall salad can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main or a side!

Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa and Pomegranate | happyfoodstube.com
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Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa

This roasted butternut squash salad with quinoa and pomegranate is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! It is a perfect fall salad.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 571
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Pomegranate
  • 2.2 pounds Butternut Squash (1 kg)
  • 1 cup Quinoa , rinsed
  • 2 Medium Avocados
  • 1 teaspoon Salt + some extra
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Lemon (optional)

For the Dressing (optional):

  • 4 teaspoons Honey
  • 4 teaspoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 3-4 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Instructions 

  • Rinse and cut the squash into bite size cubes. Get rid of the skin by trimming off each cube or peel it beforehand.
  • Transfer the squash onto a baking tray lined with baking paper. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle some olive oil over (about a tablespoon).
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 30-35 minutes or until soft throughout. 15 minutes into baking, open the oven and toss the squash pieces around (use a fork or spatula).
  • Meanwhile: Rinse quinoa and transfer it in a small/medium sauce pan. Cook according to the package information (I use 1 part quinoa, 3 parts water).
  • Deseed the pomegranate and dice avocados (first cut in half, remove the stone, scoop out the flesh and dice).
  • Prepare the honey dressing (optional) by mixing 4 teaspoons of honey with 4 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 3-4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil.
  • Once the squash is cooked throughout and has nice brown color, take it out from the oven.
  • Transfer onto a serving plate/bowl or serve on a baking tray (this way the salad stays warm for longer). Throw in pomegranate seeds, quinoa & diced avocado.
  • Squeeze half a lemon over (optional) or drizzle with honey dressing (optional).
  • Serve as a starter, main or a side dish.

Notes

Some shops might sell butternut squash peeled and sliced. If you buy this one, then you can reduce the amount of squash. (I suppose you can reduce it by 7 ounces/200 grams).
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Squash Salad Recipe
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Quinoa
Amount per Serving
Calories
571
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Sodium
 
603
mg
26
%
Potassium
 
1789
mg
51
%
Carbohydrates
 
85
g
28
%
Fiber
 
17
g
71
%
Sugar
 
21
g
23
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
 
26665
IU
533
%
Vitamin C
 
78.7
mg
95
%
Calcium
 
162
mg
16
%
Iron
 
4.5
mg
25
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon says

    19/10/2016 at 17:23

    What a pretty fall salad! I love salads with lots of interesting and tasty vegetables and it’s definitely the time of year for a winter squash salad.

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      19/10/2016 at 21:22

      :) Thanks Annemarie! We like this salad a lot! :)

      Reply
  2. Sarah says

    21/10/2016 at 17:27

    Such a gorgeous fall salad! Love the combination of flavors and ingredients. A delicious fall meal my body will appreciate :)

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      22/10/2016 at 12:12

      Thank you Sarah! This salad is a star among fall salads :)! Your body will definitely thank you when you make it! :)

      Reply

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