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Autumn Harvest Salad recipe

Autumn Harvest Salad


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  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Autumn Harvest Salad is a vibrant mix of seasonal ingredients like roasted butternut squash, crisp apples, feta, and crunchy pecans, all tossed in a sweet-tangy honey cider vinaigrette. A perfect fall salad that’s both beautiful and delicious.


Ingredients

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Honey Cider Vinaigrette

⅓ cup apple cider

⅓ cup honey

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

¼ tsp salt

⅛ tsp black pepper

¾ cup olive oil

Salad

1 large bag spring mix or baby spinach

12 apples, sliced or diced

1 roasted butternut squash, diced

Handful of candied pecans

Handful of pepitas

Handful of crumbled feta

Handful of pomegranate arils

½ small red onion, thinly sliced

Optional: shredded roasted chicken


Instructions

1. Make the Honey Cider Vinaigrette

  • Combine the apple cider, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a blender. Blend until the honey begins to incorporate, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.
  • With the blender running on low, slowly pour in the oil in a thin, steady stream until the dressing becomes creamy and emulsified.

2. Roast the Butternut Squash

(See detailed note below for prep steps.)

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (about 204°C).
  • Slice the squash in half lengthwise—separate the long top from the rounded bottom. Cut each section in half again lengthwise.
  • Scoop out the seeds, peel the squash, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Toss with a drizzle of olive oil, sprinkle on salt and pepper, and lay pieces on a foil‑lined baking sheet.
  • Roast 20 minutes or until tender and lightly golden—set aside to cool slightly.

3. Assemble the Salad

  • Place your greens in a large serving bowl.
  • Add toppings: Layer on the roasted squash, sliced apples, candied pecans, pepitas, crumbled feta, pomegranate arils, and thin red onion slices.
  • Dress and serve: Drizzle with Honey Cider Vinaigrette, toss gently to combine, and serve right away.

Notes

To prevent browning, toss apple slices in lemon juice or a bit of vinaigrette. Assemble and dress the salad just before serving for the best texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 213
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Protein: 3g