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One Pot Quinoa with Butternut Squash

A hearty and nutritious one-pot meal combining quinoa, roasted butternut squash, and chickpeas, perfect for a wholesome dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Healthy
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

Oil

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Herbs

  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 2 tsp dried

Garlic

  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and finely chopped, about 3 cups or 380 g

Grains

  • 1 cup dry quinoa

Broth

  • 2 cups vegetable broth store-bought or homemade

Legumes

  • 2 15.5 ounce cans garbanzo beans drained and rinsed

Seasoning

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional toppings

  • Tahini Dressing and greens for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add rosemary and garlic; sauté 1 minute.
  • Add butternut squash; sauté 2-3 minutes. Stir in quinoa and broth, then top with chickpeas.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-23 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork, serve topped with tahini dressing and greens if desired.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Keyword Quinoa, Vegetarian