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Fall Harvest Salads
Prep Time
10-15 minutesCooking Time
30 minutesServing Size
4-6 servings
Ingredients
- For the Squash:
- Small acorn squash1
- Extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons
- Maple syrup2 tablespoons
- Ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Salad:
- Packed cups baby spinach4
- Green apple or pear1
- Craisins® Original Dried Cranberries3/4 cup
- Feta3/4 cup
- Toasted walnuts1/2 cup
- For the Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette:
- Extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup
- Balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons
- Dijon mustard1 tablespoon
- Cloves garlic2
- Salt and pepper to taste
Steps
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut squash lengthwise, spoon out seeds and cut in ½ inch slices. Assemble slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup. Season with cinnamon, salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. In a medium size bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Set aside. In a large salad bowl, add spinach, apple, Craisins® Dried Cranberries, feta, walnuts and warm squash. Top with vinaigrette before serving. Meal Prep Tip: Mix and match with additional ingredient options for easy, seasonal salads all week long! Don’t forget the Craisins® Dried Cranberries for that tiny twist that adds mighty flavor to each combination. Suggested Alternative Ingredients: Other Base Greens Options: Chicory, arugula, mesclun or swiss chard Other Fruit Add-Ons: Pear, persimmon, figs, or red grapes Other Squash Options: Butternut, buttercup, spaghetti or sugar pumpkin Additional vegetable options: Radish, radicchio, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomato, or colorful carrots