Description
A vibrant and nutritious salad that celebrates the flavors of autumn with seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup roasted butternut squash, cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, walnuts, feta cheese, and red onion.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the flavors of fall!
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or turkey for extra protein.
- Substitute goat cheese for feta if preferred.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing right before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Fall Harvest Salad