Roasted Delicata Squash, Pomegranate And Arugula Salad
This vibrant and flavorful salad brings together the sweetness of roasted delicata squash, the peppery bite of arugula, and the juicy burst of pomegranate arils. Topped with toasty pepitas, creamy feta, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this dish is an explosion of textures and tastes that will surely delight your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 medium delicata squash, around 1 and 1/4 pounds total
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fine grain sea salt
- 4 heaping cups arugula (or mixed baby greens)
- 2/3 cup pomegranate arils (or a generous handful of dried cherries or cranberries)
- 1/3 cup raw pepitas (or pecans)
- 3 to 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon real maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash the squash and scrape off any tough bits of skin with a knife. Slice the squash into 1/2-inch wide rounds. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from each round. Drizzle the squash with a generous tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. Use your fingers to lightly coat all surfaces of the squash with olive oil. Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes or until the squash is tender and golden, flipping halfway.
- In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, toast the pepitas or pecans, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly golden on the edges, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- To prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard and salt. Season generously with black pepper, to taste.
- Once the squash has cooled for a few minutes, combine the arugula, pomegranate, pepitas, crumbled feta and squash in a large serving bowl. When you’re ready to serve, drizzle in the dressing and gently toss to combine. Serve promptly.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT15M
Yield
4 to 8
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium side salad
- Calories: 223 calories
- Sugar Content: 12 g
- Sodium Content: 247.6 mg
- Fat Content: 13.5 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.6 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0 g
- Carbohydrate Content: 26 g
- Fiber Content: 3.9 g
- Protein Content: 5.5 g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.6 mg
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