Kale, Quinoa and Butternut Squash Bowl with Pomegranate Vinaigrette 2020
Roasted squash adds color, flavor and nutritional value to this bowl.
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- american
- salad
- Squash
- Walnut
Executive chef Suki Otsuki
Meddlesome Moth
Dallas
Roasted squash adds color, flavor and nutritional value to this recipe. Chef Suki Otsuki complements the squash with kale, quinoa and a zesty pomegranate vinaigrette for a plant-forward bowl that will brighten a winter menu.
Ingredients
Vinaigrette
¼ cup minced shallots
½ cup sherry vinegar
2 tbsp. frozen pomegranate concentrate, thawed
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup pomegranate seeds
¼ cup parsley sprigs, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Bowl
2 cups sliced butternut squash, cut into half-moons and roasted
1 bunch kale, chopped
1 cup quinoa, cooked
Steps
1. For vinaigrette: In small bowl, combine shallots, vinegar and pomegranate concentrate; let stand for several minutes to soften shallots. Whisk in olive oil, pomegranate seeds, parsley and salt and pepper to taste.
2. For bowl: In large bowl, combine vinaigrette with chopped kale; massage until kale becomes soft and marinated.
3. For service, toss kale mixture with quinoa and squash and divide among four bowls.
Photograph courtesy of Perfect Puree of Napa Valley
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