Creole Autumn Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of fall with this Creole Autumn Salad, a harmonious blend of roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts seasoned with bold Creole spices. This recipe combines caramelized vegetables, sweet maple-coated pecans, and tart dried cranberries atop a bed of fresh mixed greens, all brought together with a tangy homemade Creole mustard vinaigrette. Perfect as a main course or a festive side dish, this salad celebrates autumn's finest ingredients with a zesty Southern twist. Quick to prepare and packed with seasonal charm, it's an irresistible addition to your fall recipe lineup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1.5 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 1.5 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.25 cup Diced red onion
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon Creole mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the Creole seasoning until evenly coated.
Spread the vegetables in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until tender and caramelized.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the maple syrup and stir to coat the pecans. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then transfer to a plate to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Creole mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, roasted vegetables, diced red onion, dried cranberries, and sweet pecans.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Creole Autumn Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 363 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*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.
