Description
A vibrant and festive salad perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, featuring seasonal ingredients and a delightful dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup roasted butternut squash, cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, pecans, feta cheese, and red onion.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or turkey for extra protein.
- Can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing right before serving.
- Substitute feta with goat cheese for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg