Fall Salad with Maple-Lime Dressing
Fall is the perfect time to indulge in a vibrant and nourishing salad that showcases seasonal flavors. This Fall Salad with Maple-Lime Dressing features roasted butternut squash, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and fresh baby spinach, all brought together by a luscious maple-lime vinaigrette. Not only does this dish look stunning on your holiday table, but it also offers a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors that will impress your guests. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this salad is quick to prepare and makes for an excellent addition to any autumn gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seasonal
Ingredients
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- 1 lb butternut squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 8 oz baby spinach
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- Juice of 1 small lime
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Boil salted water and cook bow tie pasta until al dente; drain and cool.
- Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and lime juice in a mixing bowl to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted squash, cooked pasta, toasted pumpkin seeds, baby spinach, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle with the maple-lime dressing and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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