Name: Simple Winter Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 head romaine; 1 small bunch Brussels sprouts (about 15 bulbs); 2 cups (480 ml) broccoli florets; 2 cups (480 ml) cauliflower florets; 2 cups (480 ml) cubed butternut squash; 3 handfuls shaved Brussels sprouts; 1 cup (240 ml) slivered almonds; 1/2 cup (120 ml) pomegranate seeds; 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp (30 ml) balsamic vinegar

Description

This vibrant winter salad combines earthy roasted vegetables with tangy pomegranate seeds and balsamic vinegar for a healthy, flavorful main dish.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 head romaine
1 small bunch Brussels sprouts (about 15 bulbs)
2 cups (480 ml) broccoli florets
2 cups (480 ml) cauliflower florets
2 cups (480 ml) cubed butternut squash
3 handfuls shaved Brussels sprouts
1 cup (240 ml) slivered almonds
1/2 cup (120 ml) pomegranate seeds
3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large baking dish, combine the Brussels sprouts bulbs, broccoli florets, and cauliflower florets. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
In a separate baking dish, combine the cubed butternut squash and shaved Brussels sprouts. Drizzle with the remaining tbsp of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Place both baking dishes in the oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
While the vegetables are roasting, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Once the roasted vegetables are done, allow them to cool slightly before adding them to the salad bowl with the romaine lettuce.
Add the slivered almonds and pomegranate seeds to the salad bowl.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
Serve immediately as a main dish for two or a side dish for four.

Notes

This salad is best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Feel free to substitute other nuts or seeds for the slivered almonds.
The salad can be served warm or at room temperature.
Adding grilled chicken or tofu can make it a more substantial meal.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Salad
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 8 grams
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 40 grams
Fiber: 10 grams
Protein: 10 grams
Cholesterol: 0 mg