1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into ½-inch cubes (about 3+ cups)
2 Tbs. olive oil, divided
1 ½ Tbs. chili powder
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. turmeric
1 cup dry quinoa
1 medium red onion, peeled and diced
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup cilantro, diced
1 large ripe avocado
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice from 1 large lime
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup water (more if dressing is too thick)
A dash of your favorite hot sauce (optional)