Lemony Quinoa with Butternut Squash Almonds and Parmesan Cheese

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 1 Butternut squash (1 - 1 1/2 pounds, medium
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Lemon, large
  • 1 Onion, finely chopped (approximately 1 cup, small
  • 1/4 cup Parsley, fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme, dried

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 cup Quinoa

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 Salt and freshly ground black pepper

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 4 tbsp Olive oil

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1/2 cup Almonds

• Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

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Description

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS
• 1 medium butternut squash (1 - 1 1/2 pounds), peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (approximately 1 cup)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

• INSTRUCTIONS
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss cubed butternut squash with 2 tablespoon olive oil and salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Keep warm.
• Meanwhile, bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add salt, then add quinoa. Bring back to a boil and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and germ is showing. Drain through a fine sieve. Set aside and cover to keep warm.
• Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the almonds and lightly toast, 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned in places. Immediately transfer to a small plate so the nuts do not burn.
• In the same nonstick skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often or until onions are golden and tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook 30 seconds or until fragrant. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
• Return squash and quinoa to the skillet. Add parsley and Parmesan cheese and toss well. Serve immediately.

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