Name: Warm Squash & Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 6
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 -

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10 min.

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Ingredients for - Warm Squash & Quinoa Salad

1. 2 cups quinoa, rinsed -

2. 3 teaspoons ground cumin -

3. 3 cups water -

4. 2 tablespoons butter -

5. 3-1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 1/2 medium) -

6. 1 teaspoon sea salt -

7. 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning -

8. 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper -

9. 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese -

10. Toasted pine nuts, optional -

How to cook deliciously - Warm Squash & Quinoa Salad

1. Stage

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. Stage

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. Add to quinoa, stirring gently to combine. Top with cheese and, if desired, pine nuts.