We had left over roasted butternut squash one night, so I threw it on a salad and topped it with cheese. My family loved it! Since then we added caramelized pumpkin seeds (my brother's idea) and a homemade dressing. -Nicole Sadowsky, Rancho Santa Fe, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. In a large bowl, combine spinach and cheese; set aside., In a large dry skillet, heat pumpkin seeds over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or just until seeds are golden brown, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Add oil to seeds; toss to coat. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar and salt. Cook and stir until brown sugar is melted and seeds are coated. Cool on waxed paper., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spinach mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter. Top with squash; sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Xavi Karijosentono
xavi_karijosentono@aol.comThis salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can roast the butternut squash and caramelize the pumpkin seeds ahead of time, and then assemble the salad just before serving.
its Bijoy
bijoy_its@yahoo.comI love the combination of roasted butternut squash and caramelized pumpkin seeds in this salad. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash, and it's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Md Monir Ahmed
m_ahmed93@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use seasonal produce. The butternut squash and pumpkin seeds are both at their best in the fall, and they come together perfectly in this salad.
Larry-Awesome
larry-awesome36@yahoo.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.
ZcR
zcr@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
JakeThe Gamer19
gamer19jakethe@gmail.comI love the combination of roasted butternut squash and caramelized pumpkin seeds in this salad. The squash is tender and flavorful, and the pumpkin seeds add a nice crunchy texture. The dressing is also very good - it's light and tangy, and it comple
Faizan.Writes72
faizan.writes72@gmail.comThis salad is absolutely delicious! The roasted butternut squash is tender and flavorful, and the caramelized pumpkin seeds add a nice crunchy texture. The dressing is also very good - it's light and tangy, with a hint of sweetness.
Catherine Maimba
catherine-m@aol.comI've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash, and it's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Cecil Davis
dcecil10@hotmail.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The butternut squash is a good source of vitamins A and C, and the pumpkin seeds are a good source of protein and fiber. The dressing is also made with healthy ingredients, li
Martin Henderson
henderson_martin45@hotmail.comThis salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can roast the butternut squash and caramelize the pumpkin seeds ahead of time, and then assemble the salad just before serving. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
Charl Ahrendse
ac56@hotmail.comI love the combination of roasted butternut squash and caramelized pumpkin seeds in this salad. The squash is tender and flavorful, and the pumpkin seeds add a nice crunchy texture. The dressing is also very good - it's light and tangy, and it comple
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h-hdhff@yahoo.comThis salad is a great way to use seasonal produce. The butternut squash and pumpkin seeds are both at their best in the fall, and they come together perfectly in this salad. The dressing is also very good - it's light and tangy, with a hint of sweetn
Rahim Ibrahim
i.r@gmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone who is looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.
Nobi Hossail
hnobi@hotmail.co.ukThis salad is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! My kids loved the sweet and savory flavors of the salad, and they especially loved the crispy pumpkin seeds.
Azn Shah
s@gmail.comI'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this salad was surprisingly delicious. The roasting process really brought out the sweetness of the squash, and the caramelized pumpkin seeds added a nice touch of crunch. The dressing was also very good
Valentine nsukwini
vn40@hotmail.comThis salad was an absolute delight! The roasted butternut squash was perfectly tender and had a wonderful caramelized flavor. The caramelized pumpkin seeds added a nice crunchy texture and a nutty flavor. The dressing was light and tangy, and brought