Harvest Salad

Celebrate the flavors of fall with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Harvest Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and earthy goodness. Roasted butternut squash takes center stage with its caramelized richness, paired beautifully with crisp apple slices, tangy goat cheese, and a medley of dried cranberries and toasted pecans for a delightful crunch. Nestled on a bed of fresh mixed greens, this salad is topped with a luscious homemade maple Dijon dressing, balancing sweetness and tang for a truly harmonious bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this seasonal salad is ideal as a festive side dish or a light, wholesome main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this Harvest Salad brings the essence of autumn straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cubed) butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1 large apple (sliced)
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup pecans (toasted)
• 0.5 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Spread the seasoned butternut squash in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes or until tender and lightly caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base.

Step 5

Top the greens with sliced apple, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and crumbled goat cheese.

Step 6

To make the dressing, whisk together the maple syrup, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and seasonal Harvest Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1204.4 grams (1204.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977

Total Fat 138.40g	177%
Saturated Fat 30.20g	151%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 60mg	20%
Sodium 2185mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 165.30g	60%
Dietary Fiber 31.50g	113%
Total Sugars 105.70g
Protein 33.70g	67%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472mg	36%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 2335mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 32.4%