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Fresh Fall Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Delicious Fresh Fall Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

This Fresh Fall Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and delicious blend of seasonal ingredients, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 568

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Grains
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled, seeded, and diced
  • cup raw quinoa
  • 2 cups chopped kale leaves
  • 2 small apples cored and sliced or diced
Nuts and Seeds
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup pecans roughly chopped
  • cup crumbled feta cheese
  • tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds
Oils and Vinegars
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Condiments
  • ¾ tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground pepper to taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Jar with tight lid

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
  3. Rinse and drain the quinoa. In a small saucepan, combine with 1 cup (240 ml) of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until fluffy and the water is absorbed. Set aside to cool.
  4. Whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl, or shake in a jar with a tight lid. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  5. Place the chopped kale in a large mixing bowl. Add half of the vinaigrette and massage with your hands for about 30 seconds, until the leaves soften.
  6. Add the cooled quinoa, roasted squash, and chopped apples to the kale. Toss to combine. Divide between 3 plates. Top with pecans, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, and feta. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 568kcalCarbohydrates: 71.8gProtein: 12.5gFat: 28.9gSodium: 213mgFiber: 10gSugar: 11g

Notes

This fresh fall salad is perfect for entertaining or meal prep, and can easily be customized with seasonal ingredients.

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