Description
A collection of ideas for a spring dinner party menu that highlights seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
- Asparagus – 1 bunch
- Cherry tomatoes – 2 cups
- Quinoa – 1 cup
- Feta cheese – 1/2 cup
- Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
- Fresh basil – 1/4 cup
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, feta cheese, lemon juice, and basil.
- Mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This dish is great for vegetarian guests.
- Feel free to add grilled chicken for a protein boost.
- Serve with a light white wine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: spring dinner party menu ideas