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Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries

Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the taste of autumn with this nutritious Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries, featuring quinoa, farro, and roasted butternut squash.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa can substitute with brown rice
  • 1 cup farro can substitute with spelt or barley
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup dried cranberries fresh cranberries can be used but may require additional sweetness
  • 1 medium butternut squash can also use sweet potatoes
For the Greens
  • 4 cups kale can substitute with spinach
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup walnuts can substitute with pecans or sunflower seeds
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup feta cheese omit for vegan version
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup honey or agave can be used instead
  • salt
  • pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cooking Pot
  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and cook quinoa and farro according to package instructions, about 15 minutes for quinoa and 30-40 minutes for farro. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice butternut squash; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  3. Tear kale into pieces, massage with olive oil and salt for 2-3 minutes to tenderize.
  4. Combine cooked quinoa, farro, roasted squash, dried cranberries, and walnuts in a large bowl.
  5. Whisk together remaining olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the salad, toss gently, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be served warm or at room temperature and is perfect for gatherings.

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