Go Back
+ servings
Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranates

Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranates for a Cozy Fall Feast

Enjoy a vibrant Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranates, showcasing seasonal flavors and healthy ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens Substitute with arugula, spinach, or romaine if desired.
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Roasted; sweet potatoes can be used if desired.
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds Or dried cranberries for a sweeter option.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Consider goat cheese or omit for a vegan version.
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds Sunflower seeds make a wonderful substitute.
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Green onions or shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 medium Apple Use firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be swapped in.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup offers a vegan-friendly alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned squash onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Roast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and lightly browned.
  5. In a bowl, combine the mixed salad greens with warm roasted squash, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, red onion, and apple.
  6. In a smaller bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil until emulsified.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, and serve or refrigerate for up to an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Dress just before serving to avoid soggy greens; store leftover dressing separately.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!