Roasted Acorn Squash Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
5%
Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
45 min.
4
133kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful and nutritious dish to brighten up your meal rotation, look no further than this Roasted Acorn Squash Salad! Perfectly suited for a variety of dietary preferences, this salad is not only vegetarian and vegan, but also gluten-free and dairy-free, ensuring everyone at your table can indulge without worry.

The star of the show, roasted acorn squash, brings a natural sweetness and rich texture, while the addition of crunchy roasted squash seeds provides an unexpected twist. Combined with fresh, vibrant Red Leaf or Oak Leaf lettuce, this salad bursts with color and flavor. Drizzled with a simple yet tangy balsamic vinaigrette and enhanced by the fruity notes of extra-virgin olive oil, it’s a great balance of sweetness and acidity that makes every bite enjoyable.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this salad can serve as a beautiful side dish, a light antipasto, or even a satisfying snack. Each serving contains only 133 calories, making it a guilt-free choice that aligns perfectly with a low FODMAP diet. So, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to elevate your lunch routine, this Roasted Acorn Squash Salad is the delicious, health-conscious option you’ve been waiting for!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup acorn squash 
  • cups acorn squash leftover cut into 2-inch chunks, at room
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • small heads red-leaf lettuce red
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl. Top with the squash and seeds. Season with the salt, drizzle with the vinegar and oil, and toss the salad gently.
  2. Serve with warm, crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories133kcal
Protein2.04%
Fat69.21%
Carbs28.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.5
Glycemic Load
0.68
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.3926086788592%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:132.62kcal
6.63%
Fat:10.58g
16.28%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.16%
Carbohydrates:9.89g
3.3%
Net Carbohydrates:8.66g
3.15%
Sugar:1.2g
1.33%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:295.37mg
12.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.7g
1.41%
Vitamin C:9.01mg
10.92%
Vitamin E:1.51mg
10.09%
Potassium:293.91mg
8.4%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.65%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.46%
Vitamin A:355.91IU
7.12%
Vitamin K:7.37µg
7.02%
Magnesium:27.19mg
6.8%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.33%
Fiber:1.23g
4.93%
Iron:0.7mg
3.89%
Folate:14.15µg
3.54%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.28%
Phosphorus:31.13mg
3.11%
Calcium:29.64mg
2.96%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.87%
Copper:0.06mg
2.78%
Source:My Recipes