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Festive Roasted Veggie Salad with Feta, Walnuts & Pomegranate Jewels


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  • Author: Chef Billy

Description

A vibrant and colorful salad featuring roasted root vegetables, creamy feta, crunchy walnuts, and sweet pomegranate seeds, all tossed in a zesty lemon-honey vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash, sweet potato, and red onion with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to make the dressing.
  3. Arrange mixed greens on a large platter. Top with roasted vegetables, crumbled feta, toasted walnuts, and pomegranate seeds.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.