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Earth Day Vegetable Salad

Earth Day Vegetable & Grain Bowl

In honor of Earth Day, make this dish by roasting fresh vegetables that you have on hand and combine them with your favorite grain, beans, and Fresh Express® Spinach & Arugula.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (5-ounce) package Fresh Express® Spinach & Arugula
  • 1 quart broccoli florets
  • 3 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 bell pepper, cored, seeded, chopped
  • 2 cups unpeeled carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups unpeeled parsnips, chopped
  • 2 cups yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 (16-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 lemon, cut into 4 wedges
  • Olive oil or Vinaigrette dressing

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Place broccoli, cauliflower, and squash in a large bowl; drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss to coat. Spread vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place carrots, parsnips, squash, and onion in a large bowl; drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss to coat. Spread vegetables in a single layer on another baking sheet; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and lightly browned. Cool slightly.
  • Arrange Fresh Express® Spinach & Arugula in four shallow bowls. Top with roasted vegetables, quinoa, and chickpeas; sprinkle with feta cheese. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil or vinaigrette dressing.