Autumn Chopped Salad
Enjoy the delightful Autumn Chopped Salad that beautifully blends roasted butternut squash with fresh apples, embodying the essence of autumn.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple salad, Autumn Chopped Salad, butternut squash, easy recipe, fall salad, Healthy Salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Baking Sheet
large bowl
knife
cutting board
Salad Base
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 2 cups chopped apples
- 2 cups diced butternut squash
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
Dressing
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette for drizzling
Cooking Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss diced butternut squash in a bowl with a splash of olive oil, along with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread the squash on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Combine your salad ingredients in a large bowl: mixed greens, chopped apples, walnuts, feta cheese, dried cranberries, and finely chopped red onion.
Add the roasted butternut squash to your salad bowl.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad, and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and warmth.
Top with extra walnuts for an added crunch.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg