Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale
Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale balances warm, spiced roasted squash and zucchini with tender quinoa and crisp greens. Sweet raisins and a tangy apple cider–honey dressing bring bright contrast, while herbs and red onion add freshness and bite. Serve it as a satisfying lunch, a colorful side for dinner, or a make-ahead potluck dish.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 42 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 86
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 58
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
In a bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the butternut squash and zucchini; toss to coat. Spread the butternut squash and zucchini on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven, tossing once halfway through, until soft, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- 4
Bring the water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and cool.
- 5
In a bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, butternut squash, zucchini, quinoa, kale, parsley, raisins, red onion, apple cider vinegar, and honey; toss until the salad is combined.
- Calories 290.49 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 6.41 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 56.17 g 20%
- Total Fat 5.39 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.53 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 38.08 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 7.03 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 23.84 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 106.2 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 2.69 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 419.33 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 579.72 mcg Good Source 64%
- Vitamin C 59.7 mg Good Source 66%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale is an American side dish recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Butternut Squash, and Chili Powder. Each serving provides about 290.49 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Butternut Squash, Chili Powder, Dried Oregano. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 290.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale healthy?
- Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash and Kale has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 290.49 calories and 6.41 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. It contains Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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