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    Chilean Butternut Squash Quinoa with Arugula

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    By Alisa Fleming on September 30, 2014 Dairy-Free Recipes, Sides

    This butternut squash quinoa is one of those fun recipes that bridges the seasons. Blueberries are still on stores shelves, but can be picked up frozen in the cooler months. Earthy butternut squash is just heading into peak season, but likewise, is available pretty much year round. Enjoy it as a holiday side, light vegetarian meal, or for lunch boxes.

    Blueberry, Arugula and Butternut Squash Quinoa Recipe - dairy-free + vegan, gluten-free, healthy and great for lunch boxes, a light vegetarian meal or holiday side.

    For a more convenient butternut squash quinoa, the squash can usually be purchased pre-cubed in the refrigerated section of supermarkets (it can be a bear to cut!). Also, if you are looking for more of a summer salad than a warm side, simply chill the butternut squash quinoa for a few hours.

    If arugula isn’t readily available, baby spinach leaves can also be substituted. If you prefer wilted greens, add them to the quinoa while it is still hot or warm.

    Blueberry, Arugula and Butternut Squash Quinoa Recipe - dairy-free + vegan, gluten-free, healthy and great for lunch boxes, a light vegetarian meal or holiday side.

    Special Diet Notes: Butternut Squash Quinoa

    By ingredients, this recipes is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, optionally nut-free, peanut-free, optionally soy-free, vegan, vegetarian, and generally food allergy-friendly.

    Blueberry, Arugula and Butternut Squash Quinoa
     
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    Prep time
    15 mins
    Cook time
    45 mins
    Total time
    1 hour
     
    Author: Blueberries from Chile
    Serves: 6 servings
    Ingredients
    • 1 pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
    • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
    • 1 cup uncoooked quinoa, rinsed well
    • 2 cups water
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
    • 3 cups baby arugula
    • 1½ cups Chilean blueberries
    • Dairy-free crumbly cheese alternative (such as nut feta or tofu feta; optional)
    Instructions
    1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.
    2. In a large bowl, toss squash with 1 tablespoon oil. Spread on rimmed baking sheet; bake until tender, about 22 minutes. Let cool.
    3. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender. Remove from heat and cover; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Let cool.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
    5. In a large bowl combine the cooked squash, green onions, arugula, blueberries, and quinoa. Drizzle with the dressing, and toss to combine.
    6. If desired, crumble with a little dairy-free cheese alternative.
    Notes
    Quinoa should be easy to find at your local supermarket but if not, couscous makes a perfect substitute.
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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