Quinoa with Pumpkin and Goat Cheese

Name: Quinoa with Pumpkin and Goat Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 50g cooked quinoa; 100gr roasted pumpkin; 30g goat cheese; Pink Himalayan salt; Herbs de Provence; Extra virgin olive oil; Black pepper

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This quinoa with pumpkin and goat cheese is one of those simple combinations I love for its contrast of flavors and textures: the sweetness of the roasted pumpkin pairs wonderfully with the richer, creamier kick of the cheese. Herbs de Provence, black pepper, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil round out the dish without any fuss.

I make it using pre-cooked quinoa and already roasted pumpkin, so the 15-minute prep and cooking time starts from there. It's a great option for using up what you already have prepped in the fridge and pulling together a meal without much effort. These amounts are for one serving.

If you love this combination, I recommend my Pasta with pumpkin and goat cheese and, for a change of pace, my Quinoa with mushrooms.

Prep: 5 minCook: 10 minServes: 1

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for this recipe

50g cooked quinoa
100gr roasted pumpkin
30g goat cheese
Pink Himalayan salt
Herbs de Provence
Extra virgin olive oil
Black pepper

Step by step

Method

1Cut the roasted pumpkin into small cubes and sauté in a skillet with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2Add the cooked quinoa and toss everything together.
3Season with herbs de Provence.
4Crumble or slice the goat cheese and add it to the pan.
5Let the cheese melt gently over low heat.
6And that's it! Our quinoa with pumpkin and goat cheese is ready.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use raw quinoa instead of cooked?

Yes, but you will need to cook it first following the package instructions. The 50g in the recipe is weighed once cooked, not raw, and that cooking time will add to the recipe's total time.

What cheese can I use if I don't like goat cheese?

You can swap it for feta if you want a salty kick, or mozzarella if you prefer a milder flavor. If you use feta, taste the dish before adding any extra salt.

How long does it keep in the fridge?

Store it in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy it within two days at most. Keep in mind that if your quinoa or pumpkin had already been sitting cooked in the fridge, making this dish does not reset their shelf life.