Side dishe for 6
Arugula Squash Quinoa Salad
This no-cook salad combines arugula, quinoa, squash, apple, cranberries, walnuts, and herbs with a maple-mustard dressing.
$4.84for 4 servings
$1.21 per serving$4.84 for 4
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- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianGluten-freeBudgetSide dishesLunchesNo-cookFallSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Dried fruit and raisins$0.45/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $1.13Typical price |
| Bok choy and napa cabbage$1.99/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.62Typical price |
| Nuts and seeds$0.70/oz typical | 2.25 oz | $1.57Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.60Typical price |
| Leeks and shallots$3.49/lb typical | 0.1 lb | $0.41Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.02Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.25 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilHoney or maple syrupDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepperVinegarMustard, mayo, ketchupCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- to taste kosher salt & pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 5 oz baby arugula
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 5/8 cup parmesan (optional)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 small shallot
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- optional mix-ins: pumpkin seeds
Steps
- Whisk the vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, shallot, fresh thyme, and olive oil in a small bowl.
- Dice the butternut squash and apple into small pieces.
- Combine the squash, quinoa, arugula, apple, cranberries, walnuts, and dried thyme in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until coated.
- Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
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