This Hot Honey Butternut Squash Salad with feta and mint is both comforting and refreshing. Good enough to be served at Thanksgiving, but easy enough to make on any weeknight this fall.
1butternut squashskin removed and chopped into 1 inch cubes (about 40 oz)
1tablespoonolive oil
½teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoongarlic powder
1bag Arugula
¼cupmintchopped
½cupfetacrumbled (preferably from the brine)
⅓cuppepita seeds
Hot honey vinaigrette
⅓cupextra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonhoney
1tablespoonred wine vinegar
1teaspoonchili oil
1teaspoondijon mustard
½teaspoonkosher salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Butternut Squash: Place the butternut squash cubes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with seasonings, and toss to coat evenly. Spread them out in a single layer.
Roast: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the squash is fork-tender. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Make the Dressing: While the squash is roasting, whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, place the arugula. Add the fresh mint, crumbled feta, pepitas, and roasted butternut squash. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Keyword Autumn Recipes, Fall Recipes, salad, squash