Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad recipe videos

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a vibrant, seasonal dish featuring caramelized cubes of butternut squash tossed with leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and often a tangy vinaigrette. Common ingredients include arugula or kale, toasted pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled cheese like goat cheese or feta. This salad is a popular autumn or winter dish in North America and Europe, celebrated for its balance of sweet, savory, and earthy flavors.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is moderately high in carbohydrates from the squash and dried fruit, with healthy fats from nuts, seeds, and cheese, and a modest amount of protein. It is rich in fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium, and a typical serving ranges from 300 to 450 calories depending on toppings and dressing.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	350 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	450% DV
Vitamin C	35% DV
Vitamin K	25% DV
Magnesium	15% DV
Manganese	20% DV
Folate	15% DV
Iron	10% DV

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Butternut squash is a winter squash variety native to the Americas, and its natural sweetness intensifies when roasted, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, supporting eye health and immune function.