Pumpkin Spinach and Feta Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Pumpkin Spinach and Feta Salad, a delightful medley of roasted pumpkin, tender baby spinach, and creamy feta cheese. This easy-to-make salad combines the caramelized sweetness of oven-roasted pumpkin with the tangy bite of balsamic-honey dressing, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds and slivers of red onion, this dish offers a satisfying mix of textures that’s both healthy and indulgent. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for four servings, it’s an ideal choice for a light lunch, a stunning dinner side, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your holiday spread. Packed with seasonal ingredients, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious—your go-to for a fresh, fall-inspired dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pumpkin
- 120 grams baby spinach
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 red onion
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Peel and deseed the pumpkin, then cut it into 2cm (1-inch) cubes.
Toss the pumpkin cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out on the prepared baking tray in a single layer.
Roast the pumpkin in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, finely slice the red onion and crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.
To make the dressing, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Whisk until emulsified and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, roasted pumpkin, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Sprinkle the pumpkin seeds on top for a finishing touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.2 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2997 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 995 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2091 mg | 44% | |
*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.
