This salad has one of my favorite flavor combos: roasted butternut squash + pecans + dried cranberries. So so good. It’s especially good when paired with quinoa, roasted red onions and spinach. And let’s not forget about the tahini-balsamic dressing, pure magic! I make this hearty salad at least once a month and I never get tired of it! It’s super tasty and filling and full of the good stuff.
We all know veggies (like butternut squash, onions and spinach), nuts and seeds (hi there, tahini dressing) are good for your health, but did you know quinoa is AMAZING?!? It’s protein-rich (it’s a complete protein, meaning it has all 20 amino acids, that’s rare for a plant), fiber-rich and offers an array of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Want to know more about quinoa? Check out this link.
Because it has quinoa, nuts and vegetables, I love having this salad on its own, but it can be a delicious side as well. And it’s totally share-worthy, trust me, it’s a hit with family and friends. So, if you are wondering what to bring to your next dinner party, this roasted butternut squash and quinoa salad could be just what you need! Think crunchy nuts, soft quinoa, roasted butternut squash, caramelized red onions and tart, chewy cranberries! The textures, the flavors, the oh-so-yummy tahini balsamic dressing, what’s not to like?! Love the sound of everything I’ve just said?! Then you have to try my Tasty Quinoa, Butternut Squash and Pecan Patties, they are simple, wholesome and super flavorful!
This Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa Salad is packed with wonderful fall flavors so it’s perfect for those colder months. But I also love to have this salad on a warm, sunny day, because, well… salads and summer go hand in hand.
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