Squash & Rice Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Grains
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Grains
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 45 minutes or until the rice is tender. For the quinoa, rinse it under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water in a separate saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the grains are cooking, peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes. Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small pieces. Chop the fresh parsley finely.
Assembly
- 3
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, brown rice, diced butternut squash, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients together.
- 4
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 5
Combine Salad and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Salad
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. You can garnish it with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy your Squash & Rice Salad!