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Roasted Squash Salad

Tender roasted butternut squash served warm over crisp arugula with toasted pecans, tangy goat cheese, and a maple mustard dressing.

40 minEasyServes 4290 cal/serving

Southern AmericanSaladOvenVegetarianGluten-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-SodiumPork-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups butternut squash, cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 4 oz baby arugula
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

  2. 2

    Toss 4 cups cubed butternut squash with half of the 2 tbsp olive oil on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender.

  3. 3

    Whisk remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar together in a small bowl.

  4. 4

    Arrange 4 oz baby arugula on a serving platter and top with warm roasted squash.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with 1/2 cup toasted pecans and 4 oz crumbled goat cheese, then drizzle with the dressing.

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Questions

How long does Roasted Squash Salad take?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (25 minutes): "Toss 4 cups cubed butternut squash with half of the 2 tbsp olive oil on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender."

What oven temperature does Roasted Squash Salad need?

For Roasted Squash Salad, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 2.

Is there a substitute for maple syrup in Roasted Squash Salad?

The entry for Roasted Squash Salad calls for 2 tbsp maple syrup. In its place: Honey, measure for measure, or brown sugar dissolved in a little warm water.

Can I make Roasted Squash Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Roasted Squash Salad is 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Roasted Squash Salad contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/2 cup pecans, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I freeze Roasted Squash Salad?

It is not a good candidate. Once dressed, the arugula will wilt within hours, so keep the dressing apart and toss Roasted Squash Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. Store the pecans at room temperature so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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