Delicata Squash & Baby Kale Salad

Delicata is one of the most versatile of all fall and winter squash. It's easy to clean, and the edible, thin skin makes it even easier to cook in a hurry. It takes top billing in this Delicata Squash & Baby Kale Salad. While I am not the biggest fan of kale, the baby kale in this salad is a perfect pairing. Red cabbage adds some crunch, as do the toasted walnuts. It’s all finished off with a jar-shaken Maple Tahini Dressing that’s so easy to make.

Author: Pesto & Potatoes

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: Other

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 474 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 - delicata squash
2 tablespoons - avocado oil
½ tsp - kosher salt
¼ tsp - black pepper
2 cups - baby kale
1 cup - thin-sliced red cabbage
½ cup - walnuts
¼ cup - dried cranberries
1 - lemon
1 tbsp - maple syrup
¼ cup - tahini
¼ cup - olive oil
¼ tsp - kosher salt
pinch - black pepper
pinch - garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Cut off ends of delicata squash and scoop out seeds with a spoon. Slice squash into ½-inch rounds. Add squash to a bowl with 2 tablespoons avocado oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Toss until well combined and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 28 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Squash should be slightly crispy and just starting to caramelize. Note: You can turn the oven to broil for about 2 minutes at the end to amplify the caramelization.
Meanwhile, make the Maple Tahini Dressing by adding zest and juice of a lemon, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ cup tahini, ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, pinch of black pepper and pinch of garlic powder to a 1-pint jar. Secure lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds, until dressing comes together.
Add 2 cups baby kale and 1 cup thin-sliced red cabbage to a serving platter. Evenly distribute roasted delicate squash. Sprinkle on ½ cup toasted walnuts and ¼ cup dried cranberries.
Use a spoon to drizzle Maple Tahini Dressing over the salad.

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