Description
This Bohemian Squash Salad features caramelized delicata squash, crisp apples, and crunchy walnuts atop a bed of mixed greens, all drizzled with a light cider vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 6 oz (170 g) mesclun and arugula mix
- 1 Golden Delicious apple, cored and sliced into thin semi circles
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) shaved Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Cut the delicata squash into 1/2-inch thick semi circles. Toss the squash with 1 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread onto a lined baking sheet.
- Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and caramelized.
- While the squash is roasting, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine the mesclun and arugula mix, sliced apple, and chopped walnuts.
- Once the squash is roasted, let it cool slightly, then add to the salad along with the shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the salad with the prepared cider vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan shavings if desired.
Notes
- Delicata squash has a thin skin, making it easy to slice and cook.
- You can substitute the Golden Delicious apple with any sweet apple variety.
- Toast the walnuts for added flavor.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance by roasting the squash and making the vinaigrette ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 5