Butternut Apple Maple Pecan Salad

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Vegan, WFPB
Keyword: butternut apple maple pecan salad
Servings: 6
Calories: 275kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg chopped kale
  • 1 1/2 cups butternut squash peeled, cleaned and diced
  • 1-2 granny smith apples diced
  • 1/2 cup raw pecans
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh sage
  • 2 tbsp dried cranberries
  • 2 Medjool dates chopped

For the ginger citrus dressing:

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 orange juice of
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger grated
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with a silicone liner.
  • Spread the butternut squash on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper and optional olive oil. Roast for 15-20 minutes just until tender.
  • In the meantime, saute the apple, pecans, 2 Tbsp maple syrup, salt, cinnamon in a non-stick skillet, over high heat until lightly browned. Reduce heat and add the apple cider vinegar. Saute for a minute, turn off the heat and set aside.
  • In a blender, process all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale, the roasted butternut squash, and the apple mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and toss well. Top with cranberries and chopped dates.

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 3815IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg
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