Roasted Pumpkin and Quinoa Salad Recipe

Roasted Pumpkin and Quinoa Salad Recipe

Ingredients

- 500g butternut pumpkin, peeled, cut into 2.5cm cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Moroccan seasoning
- 3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed, drained
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped preserved lemon
- 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves

Method

Step 1: Preheat oven to 220C/200C fan- forced. Placed pumpkin, oil and seasoning in a bowl. Toss to cost. Transfer to a baking tray lined with banking paper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once, or until golden and tender

Step 2: Meanwhile, place quinoa and 1 1/2 cups cold water in a saucepan over high heat. Cover. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Step 3: Place quinoa in a heatproof bowl. Add pumpkin, lemon juice, preserved lemon and coriander. Season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine. Serve.

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