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Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with pecans, bacon, onion, dried cranberries, parmesan cheese and a simple balsamic vinaigrette.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 498 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Salad , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds butternut squashes , peeled and chopped into 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3-4 heaping cups Fresh Kale , chops and ribs removed
- 3-4 heaping cups Fresh Spinach Leaves , chopped
- 6 lices Bacon , cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or craisins
- 1/2 cup pecans , chopped (*see note below)
- 1/4 red onion , thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
For the balsamic vinaigrette:
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste
Instructions
- For the vinaigrette, whisk all ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread butternut squash pieces into a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to coat and then roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing once during cooking, until squash is tender.
- Allow to cool while you prepare the rest of the salad.
- Add kale and spinach to a large salad bowl.
- Top with remaining salad ingredients Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
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Notes
- Consider using candied pecans!
- Top with grilled chicken, to make it a meal.
Nutrition Information
Calories
498kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
45g
(69%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
19mg
(6%)
Sodium
263mg
(11%)
Potassium
102mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
145IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
70mg
(7%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 498
% Daily Value*
Calories | 498kcal | 25% |
Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
Protein | 5g | 10% |
Fat | 45g | 69% |
Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
Sodium | 263mg | 11% |
Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
Fiber | 1g | 4% |
Sugar | 14g | 28% |
Vitamin A | 145IU | 3% |
Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.