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Fall Harvest Salad with Butternut Squash and Apple Bliss

Fall Harvest Salad with Butternut Squash and Apple

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A delightful mix of seasonal flavors featuring roasted butternut squash and crisp apples for a refreshing fall salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 large apple, sliced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and dice the butternut squash into cubes.
  3. Toss the squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread it on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
  5. In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced apple, chopped walnuts, feta, and dried cranberries.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  7. Add the roasted squash to the salad mixture and drizzle with the dressing.
  8. Toss gently to combine.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds.
  • Feel free to substitute the feta with goat cheese for a different taste.

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