Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
27%
Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Salad
45 min.
10
336kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with our Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweetness and savory notes. This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to any meal, whether served as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack.

The star of this recipe is the roasted butternut squash, which becomes tender and caramelized, enhancing its natural sweetness. Paired with crisp Fuji apples cut into matchstick strips, this salad offers a refreshing crunch that complements the rich, creamy blue cheese. The addition of dried cranberries adds a pop of color and a tartness that elevates the overall flavor profile.

With a simple yet elegant presentation, this salad is perfect for gatherings, making it an ideal choice for holiday feasts or casual get-togethers. The tangy balsamic dressing, infused with a hint of dark brown sugar, ties all the ingredients together, creating a harmonious blend of tastes that will leave your guests raving.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 10 people, this Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Salad is not only delicious but also a nutritious option that will satisfy both your palate and your dietary needs. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this seasonal delight that celebrates the best of fall produce!

Ingredients

  •  apples cored unpeeled halved cut into matchstick-size strips
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • heads belgian endive separated ends trimmed
  • ounces cheese blue crumbled (such as Maytag)
  • pound butternut squash peeled halved lengthwise seeded
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  • teaspoons t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 10 servings olive oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk vinegar and lemonjuice in small bowl; gradually whisk in oil.Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  3. Brush 2large rimmed baking sheets with oil; spraywith nonstick spray.
  4. Whisk vinegar andsugar in small bowl; set aside.
  5. Cut squashhalves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.Arrange squash in single layer on preparedsheets; brush with oil and sprinkle withcoarse salt and pepper. Roast 5 minutes;brush with sugar-vinegar mixture. Turnsquash over and brush with sugar-vinegarmixture; roast 5 minutes. Roast untilsquash is tender when pierced with smallknife, about 15 minutes longer. Cool onsheets. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hoursahead.
  6. Let stand at room temperature.Arrange 5 to 6 endive leaves on each of10 plates.
  7. Place butternut squash slices incenter of each plate. Scatter apples, cheese,and cranberries over squash.
  8. Drizzledressing over and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories336kcal
Protein7.91%
Fat52.93%
Carbs39.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.9
Glycemic Load
2.01
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.769565178%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.61mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.47mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
2.74mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
1.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:335.97kcal
16.8%
Fat:20.85g
32.07%
Saturated Fat:6.23g
38.96%
Carbohydrates:34.71g
11.57%
Net Carbohydrates:29.22g
10.62%
Sugar:14.1g
15.66%
Cholesterol:17.01mg
5.67%
Sodium:464.95mg
20.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.01g
14.01%
Vitamin A:19485.78IU
389.72%
Vitamin C:41.54mg
50.36%
Vitamin E:4.88mg
32.55%
Potassium:794.84mg
22.71%
Fiber:5.49g
21.96%
Calcium:216.42mg
21.64%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.41%
Magnesium:72.11mg
18.03%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.25%
Folate:66.7µg
16.67%
Phosphorus:159.13mg
15.91%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.92%
Vitamin B3:2.51mg
12.56%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.89%
Vitamin K:12.23µg
11.65%
Iron:1.59mg
8.85%
Copper:0.17mg
8.34%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.25%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.25%
Selenium:4.29µg
6.13%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.61%
Source:Epicurious