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How to Make Butternut Squash Salad

Our butternut squash salad is simple in ingredients yet rich in flavor and texture. Fresh arugula and red lettuce are assembled as a base for the butternut squash and other toppings to shine. They are finished off with a drizzle of balsamic dressing. It's tangy, nutty, and delicious.
  • cook TIME 17 mins
  • prep TIME 13 mins
  • total TIME 30 mins
Course: Side DishCuisine: American
Keyword: butternut squash salad, butternut squash salad recipe, how to make butternut squash salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 186 kcal

Ingredients (13)

  • 20 oz butternut squash cubed
  • 2 oz arugula
  • 1 oz red lettuce
  • 2 tbsp parsley minced
  • 0.5 oz squash seeds
  • 0.5 oz dried cranberries
  • 0.5 oz shredded parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper divided

INSTRUCTIONS

1

In a large mixing bowl, add 20 oz cubed butternut squash, 2 tbsp minced parsley, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix with a spoon until the chunks of butternut squash are evenly coated in the seasonings.

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2

Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread the seasoned butternut squash chunks onto the sheet pan. Roast them for 17 minutes.

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3

Remove the butternut squash from the oven. Set aside to cool.

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4

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar.

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5

With 2 oz arugula and 1 oz red lettuce, make a bed of greens on a salad plate.

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6

Layer butternut squash, 0.5 oz shredded parmesan cheese, 0.5 oz dried cranberries, and 0.5 oz squash seeds on top of the plate.

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7

Drizzle the dressing all over. Toss well. Enjoy.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 186 kcal | Fat 10 g | Saturated Fat 2 g | Trans Fat 0 g | Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat 6 g | Cholesterol 3 mg | Sodium 216 mg | Potassium 625 mg | Carbohydrate 24 g | Fiber 4 g | Sugar 9 g | Protein 4 g | Vitamin A 16114 IU | Vitamin C 35 mg | Calcium 146 mg | Iron 2 mg