Kale Salad with Delicata Squash
This is a delicious Fall salad that can be served as a side or paired with some protein as a main course!
Servings: 4 side salads
Ingredients
Delicata Squash
- 1 medium Delicata Squash
- 2 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon Cayenne
Dressing
- 2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Other Salad Ingredients
- 5 oz Baby Kale
- 1/4 cup Roasted & Salted Pistachios roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup Feta crumbles
Instructions
Delicata Squash
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Trim both ends of the squash. Slice the squash in half lengthwise using a chef's knife. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and flesh from the center of the squash. Place the 2 halves cut-side down and cut each squash half crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Transfer slices to large bowl. Add all ingredients listed in the delicata squash ingredients section to the bowl. Mix to combine well.
- Transfer squash slices evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Place in the oven and roast for 12 minutes. Flip and roast for another 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Dressing
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and add additional of any ingredient to taste.
Other Instructions
- Toss together the baby kale and dressing in a large bowl. Divide among bowls to serve. Top each salad evenly with the roasted squash, chopped pistachios, and crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
Note: This recipe is written as 4 side salads. You could also serve this as about 2 main course salads. Optionally add protein such as grilled/roasted chicken if serving as a main course.
Nutrition
Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 629mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5188IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 2mg
