THIS SALAD IS PERFECT FOR WHEN THE WEATHER GETS COOL.
A salad That Tastes Like Fall.
When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to fall, I find myself craving meals that celebrate the season’s best flavors. This roasted pumpkin and kale salad does just that—it’s hearty, vibrant, and full of fall-inspired goodness. With warm roasted pumpkin, tangy feta, sweet pomegranate seeds, and crunchy pecans, and a pop of fresh mint, it’s the perfect balance of textures and flavors.
Tossed in a simple, flavorful balsamic dressing with a touch of honey, this salad is equally at home as a light lunch or a festive holiday side dish. Bonus? It comes together easily, making it perfect for those busy autumn days.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
•Seasonal & Nutritious: Packed with wholesome ingredients that celebrate fall.
•Easy to Make: Simple steps with big flavor payoff.
•Perfect for Any Occasion: From weeknight meals to holiday gatherings, this salad is a winner.
Ready to bring the taste of fall to your table? Let’s make it! 🍁
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Roasted Pumpkin, Kale & Mint Salad
A festive fall salad
INGREDIENTS
- 4 cups pumpkin or butternut squash, cut into cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup roasted pecans or walnuts, chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- salt & pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 400℉/200℃ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the cubed pumpkin in a bowl with a little olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Spread the pumpkin onto the baking and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes. Remove and let cool. You can also do this in the air fryer. Just halve your cook time
- In a large mixing bowl toss together the pumpkin, kale, feta, pomegranate, pecans and mint.
- To make the dressing, add all the dressing ingredients into a jar, tightly close the jar, and give it a good shake.
- Right before serving, pour the dressing onto the salad and toss it together. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
