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Fall Salad Maple Lime: Amazing Autumn Flavor

Fall Salad Maple Lime
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A vibrant Fall Salad with Butternut Squash featuring sweet roasted squash, creamy goat cheese, toasted pecans, and tart dried cranberries over fresh greens, all finished with a bright maple-lime vinaigrette. This salad is cozy, colorful, and nourishing for any autumn table.

Ingredients

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  • For the Salad:
  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for roasting)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 oz mixed greens or arugula (about 4 cups)
  • 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
  • For the Maple–Lime Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Roast the Squash: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Toss squash cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are golden and centers are tender. Cool slightly.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, Dijon, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  3. Assemble the Salad: Add greens to a large bowl. Top with warm (not hot) roasted squash, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and herbs.
  4. Dress & Serve: Drizzle with maple–lime dressing just before serving and toss gently. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Notes

  • Caramelize the edges: Roast until the squash has deep golden spots for maximum flavor.
  • Toast the nuts: 3–4 minutes in a dry skillet intensifies pecan flavor.
  • Mix of greens: Try arugula, spinach, and baby kale for varied texture.
  • Make it vegan: Omit goat cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
  • Variations: Add quinoa or farro; swap pecans for walnuts or pepitas; use dried figs or chopped apples instead of cranberries; add chickpeas or lentils for extra protein.

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