Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing
Roasted delicata squash brings gentle sweetness and a tender edible rind to hearty Lacinato kale, crisp pear, juicy pomegranate arils, red onion, almonds, and crumbled bacon. A pomegranate vinaigrette with balsamic vinegar, Dijon, honey, ginger, and a hint of cayenne balances the salad with tangy, lightly spiced flavor, making it a colorful choice for fall lunches or dinner sides.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyHard
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 66
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 57
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2
Halve the delicata squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and strands. Cut each squash half crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place the squash pieces in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ginger. Arrange them on the prepared pan in a single layer.
- 3
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Using tongs, turn each piece and continue to roast until the squash is tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes more. Set aside to cool.
- 4
For the vinaigrette, add pomegranate juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, white pepper, and cayenne to a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and shake until well blended, about 30 seconds.
- 5
For the salad, place kale, pear slices, pomegranate arils, and red onion in a large salad bowl. Cut the delicata into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl. Shake the vinaigrette again, then toss it with the salad.
- 6
Arrange the salad on 4 plates and top with sliced almonds and crumbled bacon; garnish with cheese. Serve immediately.
- Calories 298.09 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 8.01 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 39.64 g 14%
- Total Fat 14.01 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 2.12 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.9 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 120.15 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 7.91 g Good Source 28%
- Total Sugars 15.49 g --
- Added Sugars 0.24 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 216.26 mg Moderate 17%
- Iron 3.0 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 272.67 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 710.61 mcg Good Source 79%
- Vitamin C 175.75 mg Good Source 195%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Mustard
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing is an American side dish recipe made with 27 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 4, and is rated hard. Key ingredients include Almonds, Bacon, Balsamic Vinegar, and Black Pepper. Each serving provides about 298.09 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 27 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing made of?
- The main ingredients are Almonds, Bacon, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Bosc Pear. The full list of 27 is above.
- How long does it take to make Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 298.09 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing easy to make?
- This recipe is rated hard, with 27 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing healthy?
- Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Dressing has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 298.09 calories and 8.01 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 120.15 mg (5% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.12 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Mustard and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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