Recipe
Butternut Squash Bowls Are the Perfect Healthy Weeknight Meal
February is the time of year when only the most determined few have yet to abandon their New Year's Resolutions. If you've already thrown in the metaphorical gym towel that hasn't seen sweat since January 2nd, you might need some extra motivation to get you back on track. These stuffed butternut squash bowls are sure to become a staple in your weeknight meal rotation.
Eating your meals in bowl-form are all the rage. From pineapple rice bowls to hearty twice-baked sweet potatoes, stuffing foods into other foods has never been more aesthetically-pleasing. The combination of butternut squash, kale, and quinoa provides a complete source of plant-based protein. The sweetness of the butternut squash is brought out with a sprinkle of dried cranberries and a splash of fresh orange juice and zest. This citrus addition is optional but recommended as the added Vitamin C enhances iron absorption.
Easy Stuffed Butternut Squash Bowls
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups kale
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Zest and juice 1/2 orange
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
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While these bowls are both vegan and gluten-free, you don't have to have dietary restrictions to enjoy this delicious plant-based meal. Better yet, this costs as little as $1.50 per serving* and can be made in even the dingiest residence hall kitchen, so there really are no more excuses to reach for that delivery menu.
*Prices sourced from Trader Joe's.