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Kale and Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Kale and Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Cost $10, save $5

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  • 20 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Squash

    • 1 (8-ounce) delicata squash

  • Oil and Seasonings

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • Vinaigrette

    • 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 🍯 2 teaspoons honey
    • 🧂 1 pinch sea salt
    • 1 pinch white pepper
    • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • Salad Base

    • 4 cups lacinato kale
    • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
    • 🧅 1/2 cup red onion

  • Toppings

    • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
    • 🥓 2 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled
    • 1 tablespoon feta

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

2

Split delicata squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds and strands. Cut each squash half crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place squash pieces in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ginger. Arrange on the prepared pan in a single layer.

3

Roast squash in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Using tongs, turn each piece and continue to roast until squash is tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes more. Set aside to cool.

4

For vinaigrette, add pomegranate juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, white pepper, and cayenne to a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and shake until well blended, about 30 seconds.

5

For salad, place kale, pear slices, pomegranate arils, and red onion in a large salad bowl. Cut delicata into bite-sized pieces; add to the bowl. Shake vinaigrette again, then toss with salad.

6

Arrange salad on 4 plates and top with sliced almonds and crumbled bacon; garnish with cheese. Serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

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276

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 32
    Carbs
  • 16
    Fats

💡 Delicata squash can be roasted a day in advance and kept refrigerated for easy salad assembly.Substitute spinach or another green if kale is not available.Add grilled chicken or tofu to make the salad more filling.