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Autumn Apple, Quinoa, and Butternut Squash Salad

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This Autumn Apple, Quinoa, and Butternut Squash Salad is colorful and full of flavor. It has quinoa, roasted butternut squash, crisp apple slices, and a sweet-and-sour dressing. Great for a healthy and tasty fall meal. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups butternut squash, diced 1 apple, cored and sliced 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped pecans 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups arugula, washed Instructions: Cook quinoa according to package instructions Let it cool Preheat oven to 400F 200C Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper Roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted butternut squash, apple slices, dried cranberri...

Vegan French Onion Dip

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This Vegan French Onion Dip is a creamy and flavorful alternative to the classic dip. Made with caramelized onions, cashews, and savory seasonings, it's perfect for parties, game nights, or anytime you're craving a delicious snack. Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for 4 hours, then drained 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 large onions, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish Instructions: The cashews should be soaked first Add 1/2 cup of water to a blender and blend until smooth Put away Set a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil After you add the sliced onions, cook, stirring every now and then, for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the onions a...