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Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:45 minsServings:4 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:45 minsServings:4 servings
Active Time:15 mins
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:45 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:4 servings
Servings:
4 servings
Jump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1mediumbutternut squash, peeled and cubed (½-inch; 6 cups)5tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided2tablespoonspuremaple syrup, divided1/2teaspoonsalt, divided1/2teaspoongroundpepper, divided1/4teaspoonground cinnamon2tablespoonscider vinegar1clove garlic, finely chopped1teaspoonDijon mustard1teaspoonlemon juice8cupschopped stemmedkale1unpeeledHoneycrisp apple, cored and thinly sliced1/2cupchopped pecans, toasted (see Tip)1/3cupcrumbledGorgonzola cheese
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Ingredients
1mediumbutternut squash, peeled and cubed (½-inch; 6 cups)
5tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided
2tablespoonspuremaple syrup, divided
1/2teaspoonsalt, divided
1/2teaspoongroundpepper, divided
1/4teaspoonground cinnamon
2tablespoonscider vinegar
1clove garlic, finely chopped
1teaspoonDijon mustard
1teaspoonlemon juice
8cupschopped stemmedkale
1unpeeledHoneycrisp apple, cored and thinly sliced
1/2cupchopped pecans, toasted (see Tip)
1/3cupcrumbledGorgonzola cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine squash, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup and 1/4 teaspoon each salt, pepper and cinnamon in a medium bowl; stir until evenly coated. Spread evenly on a large baking sheet. Roast until the squash is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, stir vinegar, garlic, mustard, lemon juice and the remaining 3 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large serving bowl until combined. Add kale; massage the kale and dressing with clean hands until the kale is wilted and softened, 1 to 2 minutes.
PHOTO:Jen Causey (Photographer), Rishon Hanners (Food Stylist), Julia Bayless (Prop Stylist)PHOTO:Jen Causey (Photographer), Rishon Hanners (Food Stylist), Julia Bayless (Prop Stylist)
Add the squash, apple slices and pecans; toss to combine. Top with Gorgonzola.
TipFor the best flavor, toast nuts before using in a recipe. To toast chopped nuts, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes.
Tip
For the best flavor, toast nuts before using in a recipe. To toast chopped nuts, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a leafy green cruciferous vegetable, kale is loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.Health benefits linked with kaleinclude cancer and cardiovascular disease prevention, healthier eyes and bones, and a stronger immune system.
Butternut squash is a type of winter squash—and winter squash in general is super nutritious and has numerous health benefits.Butternut squashin particular contains over 400% of a day’s worth of vitamin A in just 1 cup, plus 3 grams of fiber. It’s also high in vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium and magnesium. Butternut squash is also high in the carotenoid zeaxanthin, which may protect your eyes, heart and immune system.
Yes, since this recipe uses no ingredients that contain gluten, this recipe is gluten-free.
Yes, you can! We use Honeycrisp apples for their sweet, tart flavor and crisp texture, but feel free to use othervarieties of apples. Try apples that work best for salads, such as Fuji, Gala or Granny Smith.
Gorgonzolais an Italian blue cheese with a creamy, rich flavor and mild aroma. If you prefer, you can substitute it with other types of blue cheese, feta or goat cheese.
You can roast the butternut squash ahead, following the recipe through Step 1. Cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
EatingWell.com, October 2023
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)457Calories32gFat44gCarbs8gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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