Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad - A Delicious and Nutritious Dish
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a perfect dish for those who love healthy and delicious food. This salad is a combination of roasted butternut squash, mixed greens, cranberries, and pecans, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and can be served as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 medium-sized butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Tips:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the butternut squash cubes on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Appearance and Taste:
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a colorful and vibrant dish that looks as good as it tastes. The roasted butternut squash adds a sweet and nutty flavor to the salad, while the mixed greens provide a fresh and crisp texture. The dried cranberries and pecans add a chewy and crunchy texture to the salad, making it a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Type of Dish: Salad
Main Ingredients:
- Butternut Squash
- Mixed Greens
- Pecans
