Warm Butternut Squash, Lentil and Feta Salad
- 1 whole Butternut Squash; Peeled, Seeded And Cubed
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
- 3 cups Chicken Stock (or Water)
- 2 cups Dry Brown Lentils
- 1 whole Roasted Red Pepper, Seeded, Peeled And Diced
- 1/2 cups Reduced-fat Feta Cheese
- 1 bunch Baby Spinach Leaves
- 2 Tablespoons Italian Parsley, Coarsely Chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Roasted Pistachios, Chopped
- 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 whole Garlic Clove, Coarsely Chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha, Or Other Hot Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 teaspoons Pepper
- 1.
- Preheat oven to 425 F. On a large rimmed baking sheet add the butternut squash cubes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon salt, 2 teaspoons black pepper and 1 tablespoon chili powder.
- Toss to coat the squash.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes.
- Test doneness by piercing the squash with a fork.
- When its done, remove it from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- 2.
- Meanwhile, in a medium sauce pan add the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Add the lentils and turn to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Turn off the heat and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
- 3.
- Into a small mason jar, add the vinaigrette ingredients.
- Put the lid on the jar and shake vigorously to combine.
- 4.
- Into a large bowl add the red pepper, feta, spinach, parsley, pistachios, squash, lentils and vinaigrette.
- Toss to combine and serve immediately.
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Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/warm-butternut-squash-lentil-and-feta-salad/ (may not work)