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Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries

Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the warm flavors of Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries, a perfect dish for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 cup farro Rinsed
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup dried cranberries Can substitute with fresh cranberries
  • 1 medium butternut squash Peeled and diced
For the Greens
  • 4 cups kale Torn into bite-sized pieces
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup walnuts Chopped
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup feta cheese Omit for vegan version
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa and farro under cold water. Cook quinoa according to package instructions for about 15 minutes. Cook farro for 30-40 minutes until chewy.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice butternut squash and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  3. Tear kale into pieces, drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of salt, and massage for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. Combine cooked quinoa, farro, kale, cranberries, and walnuts in a bowl. Fold together gently.
  5. Whisk olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing.
  6. Drizzle dressing over salad, toss gently, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate to maintain freshness.

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