Autumn Harvest Salad
This Autumn Harvest Salad with roasted delicata squash, Brussels sprouts, caramelized onions and sweet maple vinaigrette has literally stolen my salad lovin’ heart. A true celebration of Fall’s bounty- this would make the most perfect healthy addition to your Thanksgiving menu!
For the Salad:
1 delicata squash (about 1 lb.), cut into 4ths horizontally (alternatively; cubed sweet potato, kabocha or butternut squash will work)
1-2 lbs. Brussels sprouts, cut in half
Cinnamon and salt for sprinkling on veggies before roasting
1 large yellow onion, cut in half and then sliced
2 Romaine hearts, chopped (alternatively; other green varieties will work)
1/2-1 avocado, sliced and/or diced
salt and pepper to taste
pecan pieces for garnish
pomegranate seeds for garnish (alternatively; dried craisins would work)
For the Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon spicy mustard
salt and pepper to taste
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