Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
This Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a wholesome, flavor-packed dish featuring caramelized squash, crisp greens, crunchy nuts, and a tangy maple Dijon dressing. Perfect as a healthy side or light meal, this vibrant salad balances sweet, savory, and fresh flavors beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the salad:
- Butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Mixed greens
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Dried cranberries
- Nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- Feta cheese
For the dressing:
- Olive oil
- Apple cider vinegar
- Maple syrup
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread in a single layer and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, red onion, dried cranberries, nuts, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Add roasted squash to the salad, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Let squash cool slightly before adding to avoid wilting greens.Keep dressing separate if making ahead to maintain freshness.Customize with your favorite greens, cheese, or protein additions
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/roasted-butternut-squash-salad/
