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Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad

Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad layers caramelized squash with sweet Fuyu persimmons, tangy feta, and bursts of pomegranate for a vibrant balance of sweet, salty, and tart. Crunchy maple-spiced pumpkin seeds add warmth and texture, while a maple-balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together. Serve it for a festive lunch, a cozy fall dinner side, or a holiday table centerpiece.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Toss the butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread it out on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Roast in the preheated oven until the edges are browned, stirring once halfway through, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, prepare the pumpkin seeds. Heat oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds, salt, paprika, and cumin. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add maple syrup, stir to coat, then remove from the heat.

  5. 5

    Combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper in a glass jar with a screw-top lid. Tighten the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify the dressing.

  6. 6

    Layer the mixed greens, persimmons, cooled butternut squash, feta, pomegranate seeds, and pumpkin seeds on a large platter. Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette over the salad and serve the remainder alongside.

About This Recipe

Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, and Butternut Squash. Each serving provides about 231.31 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad?
It is an American salad recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Butternut Squash, Crumbled Feta Cheese. The full list of 17 is above.
How long does it take to make Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad?
About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 231.31 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Butternut Squash Autumn Harvest Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 17 ingredients and 6 steps.

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