Roasted Maple Delicata on Quinoa Pilaf: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Nutty Flavors
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with this delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Roasted Delicata squash, known for its naturally sweet and nutty flavor, takes center stage, caramelizing to perfection under a glaze of pure maple syrup. Served atop a fluffy and aromatic quinoa pilaf, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures, with the tender squash yielding to the fluffy quinoa. The pilaf, infused with sautéed aromatics and a hint of lemon zest, provides a savory and zesty foundation for the roasted delicata. Whether served as a main course or a hearty side dish, this Roasted Maple Delicata on Quinoa Pilaf is sure to impress with its symphony of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors.
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- Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Corn Quinoa Salad: A vibrant and refreshing salad that combines roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, and quinoa in a zesty dressing. Perfect for light lunches or as a side dish.
- Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers: A colorful and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of quinoa, black beans, corn, and a medley of spices.
- Quinoa Tabbouleh: A refreshing twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad, made with quinoa instead of bulgur wheat. This tabbouleh combines fresh herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing.
- Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers: These hearty and flavorful burgers feature a combination of quinoa, black beans, and a blend of spices. Served on whole-wheat buns with your favorite toppings, they make for a delicious and satisfying plant-based meal.
QUINOA WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
Grab all of your garden-fresh produce for this quinoa with roasted vegetables. The tangy dressing and fresh herbs really make the flavors shine in this wholesome quinoa side dish. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place vegetables and garlic in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring once., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork., Transfer vegetables and quinoa to a large bowl. Whisk the vinegar, mustard and remaining oil; drizzle over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with herbs: toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MAPLE-ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH WITH RED ONION
Provided by Leah Koenig
Categories Onion Side Thanksgiving Squash Maple Syrup Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Arrange the racks in the upper and lower rungs in the oven and preheat the oven to 425°F degrees. Place the squash, red onion, garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup, and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
- Spread vegetables evenly onto two large, rimmed baking sheets. Bake the squash on the upper and lower racks of the oven, tossing, rotating, and switching the pan positions half way through cooking, until tender and browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Taste and season again with more salt and pepper, if desired.
QUINOA PILAF
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly toasted, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool completely before using.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan or a high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the bell pepper, salt and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, 5 minutes. Make a space in the center of the vegetables and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the quinoa and cook, stirring constantly, until coated with oil, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook until all of the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Cover the pan and simmer until all of the broth has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Keep covered and let sit for 10 minutes. Add the arugula, almonds, mint, cucumber and lemon zest and toss well. Season with salt and pepper.
MAPLE ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES
The roasting makes these veggies extra sweet and even people who don't like beets or parsnips usually love this dish. You might want to line the baking sheets with parchment or use a Silpat mat.
Provided by Geema
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400.
- Place the cut root vegetables in a single layer on one or two large baking sheets.
- Stir together the oil, maple syrup and garlic cloves and drizzle over the vegetables.
- Stir to combine the oil with the veggies and then spread once again in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for about 1 hour until the vegetables are done and a little caramelized from the syrup.
- Serve immediately.
QUINOA RICE PILAU WITH DILL & ROASTED TOMATOES
Whip up a quinoa rice marvel in minutes - it's superhealthy and counts as 1 of 5-a-day
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Put the tomatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and some seasoning. Roast for 15 mins, remove and set aside.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large pan. Add the onion, celery, cumin and garlic, then season to taste. Fry on a medium heat for 10 mins until golden. Add the rice, quinoa, dill and stock. Cover with a lid and cook for 12-15 mins or until the rice is soft. Add the tomatoes and pine nuts, and gently stir through. Serve with white fish or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 45 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.54 milligram of sodium
QUINOA AND PEPPER PILAF
Protein-packed quinoa is toasted, then cooked until tender with sweet peppers and garlic for a hearty side dish. You can serve this wholesome grain dish hot, at room temperature or even chilled--perfect for any season!
Provided by Swanson®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the peppers and quinoa and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the broth and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir in the parsley. Season, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 271.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
Tips:
- Choose the right delicata squash: Look for small to medium-sized squash with smooth, unblemished skin.
- Roast the delicata squash until tender: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges.
- Make sure the quinoa is cooked properly: Quinoa should be cooked until it is fluffy and the grains are separate.
- Add flavor to the quinoa pilaf: Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the quinoa pilaf, such as cumin, coriander, and paprika.
- Top the quinoa pilaf with roasted delicata squash and maple syrup: The roasted delicata squash and maple syrup add a sweet and savory flavor to the quinoa pilaf.
Conclusion:
Roasted maple delicata on quinoa pilaf is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The roasted delicata squash is sweet and caramelized, while the quinoa pilaf is fluffy and flavorful. The two dishes come together to create a meal that is both satisfying and nutritious.
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