The Cozy Fall Dinner That Keeps Me on Track Today!
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A warm and comforting fall dinner recipe that is healthy and keeps you on track with your dietary goals.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting and simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- 2 cups of butternut squash, cubed
- 1 cup of quinoa, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil and add the quinoa.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy.
- Once the squash is done, combine it with the cooked quinoa, cranberries, and walnuts.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like kale or spinach for extra nutrients.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg