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Roasted Delicata Squash Harvest Kale Salad {Paleo, Whole30}

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining roasted delicata squash with fresh kale, apples, and crunchy pecans, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Kale

  • 12 oz kale (washed and chopped)
  • avocado oil and sea salt for massaging the kale

Delicata Squash

  • 2 med/large delicata squash

Fruits

  • 2 med/large apples (cored and sliced into 1/2” slices)
  • 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Nuts and Dried Fruit

  • 1 cup pecans
  • 2/3 cup Dried cranberries (apple juice sweetened)
  • 2 medjool dates medjool dates (softened)
  • 3 Tbsp water
  • 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp mustard
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil (or light olive oil)

Instructions 

  • Roast delicata squash at 400°F (200°C) until tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Massage kale with avocado oil and sea salt until softened.
  • Mix apple slices, roasted squash, pecans, cranberries, and dates in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together water, apple cider vinegar, mustard, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  • Toss kale with dressing and combine with the other ingredients. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, add more pecans or cranberries as desired.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Healthy, Kale, Squash