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Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries

A hearty and nutritious salad featuring seasonal grains, dried cranberries, and a medley of vegetables, perfect for fall.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main, Salad, side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Grains
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup farro cooked
Vegetables
  • 1 cup butternut squash diced and roasted
  • 1 cup spinach fresh, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion finely chopped
Fruits
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Nuts & Seeds
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Grains
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  2. In a separate pot, cook farro according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Roast the Butternut Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until tender.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, farro, roasted butternut squash, spinach, red onion, dried cranberries, and walnuts.
  2. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 7gSugar: 5g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld beautifully as it sits.

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