SQUASH AND RADICCHIO SALAD WITH PECANS

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Preheating the baking sheet will help the squash sizzle and sear as soon as it hits the pan rather than steam and stick.

Provided by Christina Chaey

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Salad     Fall     Thanksgiving     Squash     Pecan     Lemon     Orange     Citrus     Mustard     Maple Syrup     Radicchio     Pear     Asian Pear     Cheese     Parmesan     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Squash:
6 898, honeynut, or delicata squash, halved, seeds removed, sliced into 1"-thick half-moons
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Vinaigrette and assembly:
1 cup pecans
1 tsp. plus ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil; plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt
½ small shallot, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. fresh orange juice
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
4 tsp. pure maple syrup
Freshly ground black pepper
2 small heads of radicchio, leaves separated, torn if large
½ medium Asian pear, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
3 oz. Piave cheese or Parmesan, shaved
¼ cup parsley leaves
½ lemon

Steps:

  • Squash:
  • Place racks in middle and lower third of oven and set a rimmed baking sheet on each; preheat oven to 450°F. Toss squash with oil in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Remove baking sheets from oven and divide squash between them, arranging in a single layer. Roast, rotating sheets halfway through, until browned and tender, 15-25 minutes. Set squash aside; reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
  • Do Ahead: Squash can be roasted 1 day ahead. Let cool, then transfer to an airtight container. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature or heat slightly in a microwave before using.
  • Vinaigrette and assembly:
  • Toss pecans with 1 tsp. oil in a small bowl; season with salt. Toast on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until slightly darkened and fragrant, 8-10 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop. Set ½ cup pecans aside for serving.
  • Blend shallot, lemon juice, orange juice, mustard, maple syrup, and remaining pecans in a blender until mostly smooth. With motor running, gradually stream in ½ cup oil and blend until emulsified and smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Toss radicchio and half of dressing in a large bowl to coat; season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a platter. Toss reserved squash with remaining dressing in the same bowl to coat; season with salt and pepper. Arrange over radicchio.
  • Toss Asian pear with lemon juice in a small bowl. Top salad with Asian pear, cheese, parsley, and reserved pecans. Squeeze juice from lemon half over and drizzle with oil; season with more salt and pepper.
  • Do Ahead: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.

Seth Poncho
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The squash was perfectly roasted and the radicchio added a nice crunch. The dressing was also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Anamul Huq
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted squash, radicchio, and pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


heyzel betty
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really liked this salad. The squash was roasted to perfection and the radicchio added a nice bitterness that balanced out the sweetness of the squash. The dressing was also really good. I would definitely make this


Arianna Smith
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This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. I love the sweetness of the squash, the bitterness of the radicchio, and the crunch of the pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad aga


Lehlohonolo Boityi
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I love this salad! It's so healthy and flavorful. The roasted squash is my favorite part. I also love the addition of pecans. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.


Jonathan Ochuko
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The squash was perfectly roasted and the radicchio added a nice crunch. The dressing was also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Jane Blevins
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted squash, radicchio, and pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Siam Gaming
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really liked this salad. The squash was roasted to perfection and the radicchio added a nice bitterness that balanced out the sweetness of the squash. The dressing was also really good. I would definitely make this


Cari Pellot
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This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. I love the sweetness of the squash, the bitterness of the radicchio, and the crunch of the pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad aga


Christie Arlen
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I love this salad! It's so healthy and flavorful. The roasted squash is my favorite part. I also love the addition of pecans. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.


Dj Saniyaya
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The squash was perfectly roasted and the radicchio added a nice crunch. The dressing was also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Isma Haniatika
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted squash, radicchio, and pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Loki Of Asgard
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really liked this salad. The squash was roasted to perfection and the radicchio added a nice bitterness that balanced out the sweetness of the squash. The dressing was also really good. I would definitely make this


Farabiya Islam
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This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect. I love the sweetness of the squash, the bitterness of the radicchio, and the crunch of the pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad aga


Amery Robinson
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I love this salad! It's so healthy and flavorful. The roasted squash is my favorite part. I also love the addition of pecans. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.


Aruna Devi
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The squash was perfectly roasted and the radicchio added a nice crunch. The dressing was also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


ngalula selestin
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted squash, radicchio, and pecans. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again!


vlDXPRESSIONlv
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this salad changed my mind. The squash was roasted to perfection and had a lovely caramelized flavor. The radicchio added a nice bitterness that balanced out the sweetness of the squash. Overall, this salad was a


Muhammad Yousaf Sadiq
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This salad was a hit at our dinner party! The combination of sweet squash, bitter radicchio, and crunchy pecans was divine. The dressing was light and tangy, and it perfectly complemented the flavors of the salad. I will definitely be making this sal