Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tasty Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Salad. This vibrant dish combines the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with mixed greens, crunchy pecans, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with balsamic vinegar for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ideal for any occasion, it’s not just a salad; it’s a celebration of autumn on your plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach and arugula)
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the squash on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- While roasting, combine mixed greens in a large bowl.
- Once the squash is ready and slightly cooled, add it to the greens along with toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad and toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg