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Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries

Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries for Cozy Nights

This Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries combines quinoa, farro, and seasonal ingredients for a wholesome, quick dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Grains
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse before cooking
  • 1 cup farro Rinse before cooking
For the Salad
  • 1 cup dried cranberries Substitute with fresh cranberries if desired
  • 1 medium butternut squash Peeled and diced
  • 4 cups kale Tear into bite-sized pieces and massage with olive oil
  • 1 cup walnuts Substitute with sunflower seeds for nut-free
  • 1 cup feta cheese Omit for vegan option or replace with nutritional yeast
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Adjust to taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Fine mesh strainer
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • large salad bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the quinoa and farro under cold running water. Cook quinoa according to package instructions (about 15 minutes) and farro until tender (30-40 minutes). Let cool slightly.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice the butternut squash, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  3. Tear the kale into pieces, drizzle with olive oil and salt, and massage with hands for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Combine the cooled quinoa and farro with roasted butternut squash, kale, cranberries, and walnuts in a large bowl. Mix gently.
  5. Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust to taste.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse grains before cooking to remove bitterness. Serve salad fresh and dress just before serving for best results.

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