Get dinner on the table in no time with this simple and delicious time-saving meal! The Vegan Creamy Butternut Squash Quinoa Bowl will be ready in under 20 minutes, and it’s loaded with fiber and plant-based protein!
This recipe was sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All thoughts and ideas are my own.
Vegan Creamy Butternut Squash Quinoa Bowl
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings: 4
Carbohydrates: 29g
Ingredients
- 1/2 yellow onion chopped
- 1 Tbsp chopped garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 10 oz. package frozen butternut squash
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 packages Sprouts Brand Organic Quinoa Duo Ancient Grain Blend
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Add the onion, garlic, and avocado oil to a sauté pan and let them heat on medium high heat on the stove for 5-10 minutes or until the onions start to turn translucent.
- Meanwhile, steam the butternut squash in the microwave until soft (follow the package instructions).
- Add the sautéed onion and garlic, steamed butternut squash (with liquid drained), coconut cream, salt, and pepper to a blender.
- Blend on high for 60 seconds. Next, steam the Sprouts Ancient Grain Blend in the microwave as directed on the package.
- Add the quinoa mixture to a large bowl and top with 1/2 cup of the butternut squash sauce (save the rest for another time). Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe yields 4 side servings or 2 meal servings. Nutrition analysis is for side servings.
The nutrition facts presented here are estimates only. The brands you use and product types chosen can change the nutritional information presented. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients you use.
Nutrition
Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g
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