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Whole30 Roasted Squash Salad (Paleo, Vegan)

Celebrate Fall with this tangy and sweet Whole30 Roasted Squash Salad, that's full of flavor and delicious textures. It makes a wonderful side to any holiday dish!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Jean Choi

Ingredients

  • 2 lb kabocha squash or butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp ghee or coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup raw walnut halves
  • 2 cups salad greens
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries no sugar added
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced

Dressing

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place cubed squash in a baking pan and toss with coconut oil, sea salt, and pepper, until evenly coated.
  • Roast for 18-20 minutes until tender, turning the pan halfway through.
  • While the squash is roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add ghee and walnuts, and stir together for 5 minutes until the walnuts are golden and fragrant.
  • Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Remove the squash from the oven.
  • While the squash cools a bit, place all the dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • In a large salad bowl, add salad greens, roasted squash, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and red onion. 
  • Drizzle the dressing over everything, and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve warm. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 629mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2220IU | Vitamin C: 22.2mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1.3mg