Keto Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Feta and Arugula
This Keto Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Feta and Arugula is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect for any time of year. Featuring tender, caramelized roasted pumpkin infused with warming spices like cumin and garlic powder, this salad offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Peppery arugula, creamy crumbled feta cheese, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and a hint of zesty red onion come together in harmony, all tied together with a simple yet refreshing lemon-olive oil dressing. Ready in just 40 minutes, this salad is low-carb, gluten-free, and an excellent option for keto enthusiasts or anyone seeking a wholesome, satisfying meal or side. Perfect for weekday lunches, dinner parties, or holiday gatherings, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pumpkin
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 100 grams Arugula
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 medium Red onion
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
Peel and chop the pumpkin into 1-inch cubes.
Place the pumpkin cubes onto a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Toss until the pumpkin is evenly coated.
Roast the pumpkin in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized. Stir halfway through cooking.
While the pumpkin is roasting, prepare the salad ingredients. Slice the red onion into thin strips and crumble the feta cheese.
In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, roasted pumpkin, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onion, and pumpkin seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1057 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.2 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2931 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1040 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2407 mg | 51% | |
*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.
