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Beet and Butternut Squash Roasted Salad

January 6, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

This salad is as nutritious as it is beautiful! Packed with the powerful nutrition of beets, butternut squash, and arugula this is the perfect lunch salad or dinner salad with some added protein like grilled steak or chicken! Elevate your next salad with this Beet & Butternut Squash Roasted Salad.


Beet and Butternut Squash Roasted Salad
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6 1.5 cup servings
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6 1.5 cup servings
Beet and Butternut Squash Roasted Salad
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6 1.5 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 3 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 6 medium beets peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 cups arugula
  • 1/3 cup goat cheese crumbled
Servings: 1.5 cup servings
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Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. On a foil-lined baking sheet, spread the squash and beets in a single layer. Bake in the over for 20-25 minutes or until the squash and beets are soft.
  3. On a separate baking sheet, spread the chopped pecans and bake for 3-4 minutes or until fragrant. Take care not to burn.
  4. While the squash and beets are roasting in the oven, in a small saucepan begin to heat the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup together. Stir frequently and bring to a slight simmer to reduce.
  5. Fill a large bowl with the arugula, place the roasted squash and beets on top of the arugula, drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Top with the toasted pecans and goat cheese. Serve warm.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: arugula, beet, beets, butternut, butternut squash, goat cheese, healthy side dish, Salad, Side Dishes, side salad, squash, winter vegetable

Fig, Strawberry and Arugula Salad

June 21, 2020 by Dinner Tonight

This simple salad features summertime favorites such as fresh figs and strawberries, enjoy as a light lunch or as a side salad for dinner.


Fig, Strawberry and Arugula Salad
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2 main salads
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Fig, Strawberry and Arugula Salad
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  • CourseFruits, Main Dish, Side Dishes
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2 main salads
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2 main salads
Ingredients
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 4 tablespoons Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • 1 cup strawberries sliced into quarters
  • 6 medium figs sliced into quarters
  • 1/4 cup pecans chopped & toasted
Servings: main salads
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area. Rinse all fruits and vegetables under cool running water before use.
  2. Toss the arugula and balsamic vinaigrette together in a large bowl to coat evenly. Arrange the arugula in bowls.
  3. Divide the sliced strawberries and figs among your servings. Top with the toasted pecans.
  4. Serve immediately.
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Fig, Strawberry & Arugula Salad Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 main dish salad (318g) 2 Amount per serving Calories 300 % Daily Value Total Fat 15 g 19 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 360 mg 16 % Total Carbohydrate 43 g 16 % Dietary Fiber 8 g 29 % Total Sugars 34 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 139 mg 10 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 678 mg 15 %

 

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