Savor this vibrant winter salad recipe packed with fresh ingredients and nutritious flavor Perfect for a healthy seasonal dish
Ingredients
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4 cups of mixed greens (kale, spinach, arugula)
1 large apple, sliced (Fuji or Honeycrisp)
1 cup of roasted butternut squash, cubed
1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup of walnuts, toasted
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the squash. Toss with olive oil, salt, and cinnamon. Roast for 25 minutes until tender.
Wash and dry your mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice your apple into wedges and add them to the bowl.
Once the squash has cooled, add it to the bowl along with pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, walnuts, and red onion.
In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix in garlic if desired.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Serve immediately as a standalone dish or alongside a protein.
Notes
A vibrant and nutrient-rich winter salad filled with mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, apples, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and walnuts, perfect for cold days.
