Butternut Squash Salad

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    6 -8

  • Calories

    348 kcal

  • Course

    Salad

  • Cuisine

    American

Butternut Squash Salad

This Butternut Squash Salad is made with roasted squash, shaved Brussels sprouts, and tender quinoa. Toss it with dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and a delicious maple mustard dressing for the ultimate winter salad!

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Ingredients

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Roasted Butternut Squash

  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch chunks (about about 2-pound butternut squash or 4 cups)
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Salad

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts outer leaves discarded, ends trimmed and shaved
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme

Instructions

To roast the butternut squash:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Add the cubed butternut squash to the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with the seasonings. Toss well to coat and arrange in a single layer.
  3. Bake for 18-20 min, or until fork tender.

To make the dressing:

  1. To a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients. Whisk until emulsified. Set aside until ready to use.

To assemble the salad:

  1. Add the roasted butternut squash, shaved sprouts, sliced onion and cooked quinoa to a large bowl. Top with dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds and thyme, and drizzle with the dressing. Toss well to combine.

Notes

  • Butternut squash: You can buy the squash peeled and cut from the store, or you can do it yourself.
  • Extra-virgin olive oil: Substitute with grapeseed oil or canola oil.
  • Apple cider vinegar: You can substitute with white vinegar.
  • Brussels sprouts: You can buy these shredded from the store, or you can thinly slice/shave them with a knife at home.
  • Dressing: You can make the dressing ahead and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Assembly tip: You can prep elements of this salad ahead, but it is best when the squash is roasted and salad assembled shortly before serving.
  • Storage: If you have leftovers, you can store in the fridge in a sealed container for 2-4 days. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 348kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 641mg (27%) Potassium 932mg (27%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 13968IU (279%) Vitamin C 96mg (107%) Calcium 126mg (13%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6-8

Amount Per Serving

Calories 348 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 348kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 641mg 27%
Potassium 932mg 20%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 13968IU 279%
Vitamin C 96mg 107%
Calcium 126mg 13%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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