Looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe? This roasted butternut squash salad with balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect option! It's packed with nutrients, flavor, and is easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens or spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. Next, peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes. Place the squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Roast the squash in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
While the squash is roasting, prepare the salad. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of mixed greens or spinach, 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup of dried cranberries.
For the balsamic vinaigrette, whisk together 1/3 cup of balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 minced clove of garlic, and salt and pepper, to taste.
Once the butternut squash is roasted, add it to the salad and toss everything together. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and serve immediately.This roasted butternut squash salad with balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect meal for lunch, dinner, or a side dish. It's healthy, filling, and bursting with flavor. Give it a try today!
