Heirloom Squash Salad With Pepita Puree and Pickled Shallots

Heirloom squash refers to varieties of squash that have been passed down through generations, preserving their unique flavors and characteristics.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Heirloom Squash Salad With Pepita Puree and Pickled Shallots

Cooking Method: Pickling, Roasting Cuisine: American, Vegetarian Courses: Lunch, Salad, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Heirloom Squash
• ¹⁄₄ cup Pepitas
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shallots
• 2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 4 cup Mixed Greens
• 2 ounce Goat Cheese
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the heirloom squash into 1-inch cubes and toss with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes or until tender.
2. In a blender or food processor, blend the pepitas, shallots, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens with the pepita puree.
4. Divide the dressed greens onto plates and top with roasted squash, crumbled goat cheese, and pickled shallots.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.