Warm Squash & Quinoa Salad
http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/warm-squash---quinoa-salad
YIELD: 6 servings
Ingredients
· 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
· 3 teaspoons ground cumin
· 3 cups water
· 2 tablespoons butter
· 3-1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 1/2 medium)
· 1 teaspoon sea salt
· 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
· 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
· 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
· Toasted pine nuts, optional
Directions
· 1. In a large saucepan, combine quinoa, cumin and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 10-13 minutes. Remove from heat; keep warm.
· 2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat until golden brown, 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Immediately stir in squash and seasonings; cook, covered, until tender, 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir into quinoa. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, pine nuts.
Nutritional Facts: 1 cup: 314 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 7g fiber), 11g protein.
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