Butternut, Arugula and Pine Nut Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Delicious Butternut, Arugula and Pine Nut Salad recipe for a healthy lunch choice
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Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 butternut squash , approximately 2 1/4 pounds
1 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cold-pressed canola oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil , plus 2 tablespoons for dressing
1/3 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup water , freshly boiled
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
4 ounces about 3 cups arugula and other salad leaves
1/3 cup pine nuts , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
295
Sugar
18g
Fat
19g
This Butternut, Arugula and Pine Nut Salad recipe is a delicious and healthy choice for lunch or dinner. The various ingredients come together to create a dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. The roasted butternut squash provides a warm, savory base for the salad, while the arugula and other salad leaves give it a fresh, crisp bite. The golden raisins add a sweet, juicy touch, and the toasted pine nuts provide a perfect crunch. This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor or variety in their diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.Peel butternut squash and cut into 1 inch cubes, discarding any seeds and pulp.
3.In a large bowl, toss butternut squash cubes with kosher salt, ground turmeric, ground ginger, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until well coated.
4.Spread the seasoned butternut squash on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
5.In a small bowl, add golden raisins and pour freshly boiled water over them to plump. Let stand for 5 minutes and then drain.
6.In a large bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sherry vinegar to make dressing.
7.Add arugula and other salad leaves, plumped golden raisins, and toasted pine nuts to the large bowl with dressing and toss to coat.
8.Serve the salad with warm roasted butternut squash cubes on top.

PROS

This Butternut, Arugula and Pine Nut Salad recipe is incredibly healthy and full of nutrients.

It’s a perfect lunch choice that will give you energy to finish the day.

CONS

The salad can be somewhat tedious to prepare, requiring a lot of chopping and mixing of ingredients.

It may be difficult to find some of the ingredients at your local grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber.
The butternut squash in this recipe is high in vitamin A, potassium, and manganese, while the arugula is a great source of vitamin K and other important nutrients. Pine nuts are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, and essential minerals like magnesium and zinc.

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