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Fall Harvest Salad

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A vibrant Fall Harvest Salad featuring roasted butternut squash, crispy bacon, crunchy pecans, and sweet-tart apples, perfect for autumn gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 6 cups mixed spring greens
  • 2 cups cooked shredded turkey or chicken
  • 1 Honeycrisp or Jonathan apple, cored and diced
  • ⅔ cup pecan halves, toasted and chopped
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup peeled Manchego or Parmesan, grated
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Roast the butternut squash: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the cubed butternut squash with a tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of kosher salt, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Roast for about 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
  2. Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  3. Prepare the greens: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale and mixed spring greens. Massage the kale with olive oil and salt if needed.
  4. Whip up the dressing: In a small bowl, combine white balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, minced shallot, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until emulsified and season to taste.
  5. Assemble the salad: Add roasted butternut squash, crumbled bacon, cooked turkey, diced apple, pecans, and cranberries to the greens. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
  6. Add cheese: Sprinkle the grated Manchego or Parmesan on top and give it a final toss or leave it chunky on top for presentation.

Notes

Store leftover salad without dressing in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add fresh greens before serving to revive.

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Keywords: fall salad, seasonal salad, butternut squash, healthy salad, autumn recipes

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