Authentic Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

A wholesome salad combining fluffy quinoa with caramelized roasted veggies. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs quinoa, butternut squash cubes, red onion slices for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup butternut squash cubes
• 1/2 cup red onion slices
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 1 cup butternut squash cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup red onion slices, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Drizzle over the salad.
4. Step 4: Top with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and additional parsley, then serve chilled or at room temperature.