Delicata Squash & Arugula Salad

From Noam’s kitchen

Delicata Squash & Arugula Salad

Salad · Vegetarian · 30 minutes

Delicata is one of the best winter squashes — tender, naturally sweet, and you don’t even need to peel it. Roasted delicata, arugula, red onion, a tangy honey-Dijon dressing, and pistachios for crunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium Delicata squash, sliced into half-moons (seeds removed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Sea salt + black pepper
  • 4 cups arugula
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup toasted pistachios (or pumpkin seeds)
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  • Dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sliced Delicata with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Roast for about 20 minutes, or until golden and tender.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  4. Toss arugula and red onion with the dressing. Add roasted squash on top and sprinkle with toasted pistachios.

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