Chilli Pumpkin Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Chilli Pumpkin Salad—a delightful combination of warm, spicy roasted pumpkin and fresh, crisp salad greens. This vibrant dish features tender cubes of oven-roasted pumpkin tossed in olive oil, chilli flakes, and a sprinkle of spices for a hint of heat. Balanced with the creamy tang of crumbled feta, the crunch of toasted pumpkin seeds, and the sweetness of a lemon-honey-garlic dressing, this salad is a sophisticated medley of textures and flavors. Perfect as a wholesome main or a colorful side dish, this 40-minute recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Packed with flavor and nutrition, this salad is a must-try for lovers of hearty yet refreshing dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams mixed salad greens
- 0.5 medium (thinly sliced) red onion
- 50 grams feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Peel the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut it into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes.
In a large bowl, toss the pumpkin cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the chilli flakes, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the pumpkin cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking tray and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and tender.
While the pumpkin is roasting, prepare the dressing by whisking together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large serving bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, thinly sliced red onion, and roasted pumpkin cubes.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chilli Pumpkin Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1811 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2331 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
