Quinoa Bowl

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servings
10
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Prep Time
20
cook Time
  • 250 g halloumi cheese, sliced
  • 350 g (2 ⅓ cups) butternut, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 15 ml (1 Tbsp) olive oil
  • 2.5 ml (½ tsp) dried oregano
  • 1.25 ml (¼ tsp) smoked paprika
  • 1.25 ml (¼ tsp) cracked black pepper
  • 1.25 ml (¼ tsp) sea salt
  • 100 g (¾ cup) You First Quinoa (dry weight)
  • 100 g (3 ½ cups) baby spinach leaves
  • 30 ml (2 Tbsp) pumpkin seeds
  • ½ a medium red onion, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 125 g (½ cup) Baby Cucumbers, sliced
  • 4 whole radishes, sliced
  • 20 g walnut halves, crumbled
  • A handful of pomegranate seeds

1. Roast the butternut:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan-assisted).
  • Place the butternut cubes on a baking tray.
  • Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and cracked black pepper.
  • Toss to coat evenly.
  • Roast for 20 minutes, turning halfway, until tender.

2. Cook the quinoa:

  • Prepare quinoa according to the package instructions.
  • Once cooked, fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.

3. Cook the halloumi:

  • Brush a skillet or non-stick pan with a little oil and heat until hot.
  • Reduce heat slightly, add halloumi slices, and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.

4. Assemble the salad:

  • In a large serving dish, combine cooked quinoa, spinach, roasted butternut, radishes, cucumbers, and red onion.
  • Add pumpkin seeds and walnuts, mixing gently.
  • Top with halloumi slices.
  • Garnish with pomegranate seeds and serve immediately.

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