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A beautifully set autumn-themed dinner table with seasonal dishes and decor.

Fall Family Dinner Ideas

A cozy and nutritious fall dinner featuring roasted vegetables and flavorful quinoa with cranberries and walnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Main Protein
  • 1 lb ground turkey or beef
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Grains
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Add-ins
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries
  • 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss vegetables with oil, salt, pepper, thyme; roast 25-30 mins.
  2. Cook ground meat until browned, then add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in broth, quinoa, cinnamon; bring to boil, then simmer 15 mins until cooked.
  4. Mix cranberries and walnuts into quinoa; serve with roasted vegetables.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs before serving.