FESTIVE KALE AND DELICATA SQUASH SALAD

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This salad is a great addition to any festive table. The maple-mustard dressing is the star. You can use other kinds of winter squash, dried fruit, and nuts to fit your taste.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 delicata squash - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ pounds lacinato kale, ribs discarded and leaves cut into thin strips
¼ medium head shredded red cabbage
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
salt and pepper to taste
1 apple, cored and sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Stir 2 tablespoons olive oil and cinnamon together in a cup. Place squash on a baking sheet and brush with the cinnamon oil on both sides of each slice.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until squash is soft and starting to brown at the edges, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup olive oil, maple syrup, vinegar, and mustard in a jar, close, and shake well. Set dressing aside.
  • Combine kale, red cabbage, cranberries, and walnuts in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour dressing on top and mix well or massage with your hands. Mix in apple slices.
  • Arrange the roasted squash slices around the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 88 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

Suman Medson
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I can't wait to try this salad. It sounds like the perfect combination of flavors.


MD nuru Hok
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This salad looks delicious and healthy. I'll definitely be trying it.


Arju Ara
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I love that this salad is made with seasonal ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of the fall.


M hamza
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Kaylie Riley
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I'm always looking for new kale salad recipes. This one looks really good. I can't wait to try it.


Onuorah Collins
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This salad sounds like a great way to use up leftover delicata squash. I'll definitely be trying it.


Zara muhammad
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweet delicata squash, the bitter kale, and the tangy dressing sound amazing.


Palwasha Khan
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This salad looks so beautiful and festive. It would be perfect for a holiday party.


Mahle Deklerk
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but this salad sounds delicious. I think I'll give it a try.


Nancy Bowyer
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


William Breese
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I love that this salad is made with seasonal ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of the fall.


Rafat Almohia
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This salad is so festive and perfect for a holiday party. The colors are so vibrant and the flavors are amazing.


Meri Kercuku
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I'm always looking for new ways to eat kale and this salad is a great option. It's packed with nutrients and the dressing is really tasty.


Zachary Volkov
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover delicata squash. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Abubakar Shafiq
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I was looking for a new kale salad recipe and this one did not disappoint. It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Sheru Sheru
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This salad is beautiful and delicious! I love the way the colors of the ingredients pop on the plate.


Amir khan alvi amir khan alvi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The only thing I would change is to use a little less salt in the dressing.


Noah Carraher
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use seasonal ingredients, too.


Aurnoblove 86
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I'm not usually a fan of kale salads, but this one was really good! The delicata squash and dressing helped to balance out the bitterness of the kale.


Uwa Golden (Captain wise b)
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This salad was a hit at my holiday party! The combination of the sweet delicata squash, the bitter kale, and the tangy dressing was perfect. I also loved the addition of the pomegranate seeds, which added a nice pop of color and flavor.