Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranates for Cozy Feasts
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Enjoy a vibrant Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranates, showcasing seasonal flavors and healthy ingredients.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens (Substitute with arugula, spinach, or romaine if desired.)
- 1 medium Butternut Squash (Roasted; sweet potatoes can be used if desired.)
- 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds (Or dried cranberries for a sweeter option.)
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (Consider goat cheese or omit for a vegan version.)
- 1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds (Sunflower seeds make a wonderful substitute.)
- 1/4 medium Red Onion (Green onions or shallots can be used for a milder taste.)
- 1 medium Apple (Use firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.)
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Avocado oil can be swapped in.)
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey (Maple syrup offers a vegan-friendly alternative.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned squash onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and lightly browned.
- In a bowl, combine the mixed salad greens with warm roasted squash, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, red onion, and apple.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, and serve or refrigerate for up to an hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg