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5 from 6 votes

Delicata Squash Salad

Course: Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Author: Gaby

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 2 medium delicata squash around 1 and 1/4 pounds total
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • kosher sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • 4 heaping cups baby arugula
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup raw pistachios
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 to 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled

For the Balsamic

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Slice the squash into 1/2-inch wide rounds and then cute each round in half. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from each round. Drizzle the squash with a generous tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt. Toss to combine. Roast for about 30 minutes or until the squash is tender and golden, flipping halfway.
  • In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, toast the pistachios, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly golden on the edges. Remove from heat.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Once the squash has had a few minutes to cool, combine the arugula, pomegranate, dried fruit, toasted nuts, sliced red onion, crumbled feta and squash in a serving bowl. Toss with enough dressing to lightly coat the leaves. Serve immediately.