Description
Kale and Quinoa Salad with Roasted Squash is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish that harmonizes the earthy flavors of fresh kale, fluffy quinoa, and sweet caramelized butternut squash. Ideal for light lunches, potlucks, or cozy dinners, this salad not only captivates your taste buds but also elevates your table with its stunning presentation. Enjoy a delightful medley of textures and tastes that transforms every meal into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale (chopped)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the cubed butternut squash in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While roasting the squash and cooking quinoa, remove stems from kale and chop into bite-sized pieces. Massage with remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt for about two minutes until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, massaged kale, and roasted squash. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before tossing gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg