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Butternut Squash, Spinach & Grain Bowls

Butternut Squash, Spinach & Grain Bowls

with Feta & Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on December 22, 2025

Colorful butternut squash and roasted onion add delicious earthy-sweet flavor to these mixed grain bowls. Packed with fresh spinach and brightened up with tangy feta and a lemon-honey vinaigrette, this nourishing vegetarian meal is an instant winner as a light lunch or dinner.

Tags:
Veggie
Mediterranean
Fiber Powered
Dietitian-Approved
Calorie Smart
Sodium Smart
Allergens:
Milk
Sesame

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time
Prep Time
DifficultyMedium
serving amount

½ cup

Feta Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

1 unit

Onion

5 ounce

Spinach

1 unit

Lemon

8 ounce

Butternut Squash

2 teaspoon

Honey

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

1 unit

Microwavable Grain Blend

1 tablespoon

Za'atar Spice

(Contains: Sesame)

Not included in your delivery

¼ teaspoon (tsp)

Sugar

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

2 tablespoon (tbsp)

Olive Oil

1 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

/ per serving
Calories610 kcal
Fat26 g
Saturated Fat7 g
Carbohydrate80 g
Sugar13 g
Dietary Fiber9 g
Protein13 g
Cholesterol25 mg
Sodium410 mg
Potassium950 mg
Calcium290 mg
Iron4.2 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Baking Sheet
Large Bowl
Whisk

Cooking Steps

Prep
1
  • Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry produce.

  • Halve, peel, and cut onion into ½-inch-thick wedges. Quarter lemon.

Roast Veggies & Warm Grains
2
  • Toss onion and butternut squash on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, Za’atar Spice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.

  • When veggies have 5 minutes remaining, massage grain blend in package to separate grains; partially open package. Microwave until warmed through, 90 seconds.

Make Dressing & Toss Veggies
3
  • In a large bowl, combine honey, 2 TBSP olive oil, ½ tsp sugar, juice from half the lemon, a splash of water, and a pinch of salt (4 TBSP olive oil and 1 tsp sugar for 4 servings). Whisk until thickened and thoroughly combined.

  • Once veggies are done, transfer to bowl with dressing. Add spinach, grains, and half the feta. Toss to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Serve
4
  • Divide salad betweens shallow bowls. Sprinkle with remaining feta and serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many enjoyed the dish, but some found it bland; consider doubling the dressing for more impact 🍋.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare, though some needed extra time to fully cook the butternut squash.
  • Suggestions: Add nuts for crunch, try goat cheese instead of feta, and include raisins or cranberries for flavor depth.
  • Portions: Some felt it was light for dinner; consider adding protein like chicken or shrimp to make it more filling.
  • Vegetables: A few suggested adding more variety, like Brussels sprouts or sweet potatoes, for extra flavor and nutrition.
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