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Roasted Fall Harvest Salad

Roasted Fall Harvest Salad
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with this Roasted Fall Harvest Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly captures the essence of the season. This salad is a harmonious blend of roasted honeynut squash, crispy chickpeas, and fluffy quinoa, all tossed with fresh kale and topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds. The creamy maple tahini dressing adds a touch of sweetness to the savory ingredients, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Versatile and nourishing, this salad can be enjoyed as a hearty main or as a stunning side dish that will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (13.4 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium (200 g) honeynut squash, cubed
  • 1 tsp each ground cumin and coriander
  • 1/2 tsp each onion granules, garlic granules, cayenne pepper, and ceylon cinnamon
  • Olive oil and kosher salt for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) quinoa, dry
  • 5–6 stalks (70 g) dino kale, stemmed and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) toasted pepitas/pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) golden raisins or chopped dates (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (64 g) tahini
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened apple cider
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp each garlic granules, cayenne pepper, and ceylon cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread drained chickpeas and cubed honeynut squash on the pan. Season with olive oil, cumin, coriander, and salt. Roast until crispy.
  2. Cook quinoa using a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water. Bring to boil, then simmer until all water is absorbed (10-12 minutes). Let sit covered for an additional 10 minutes.
  3. Massage chopped kale with olive oil and salt in a bowl until tender.
  4. Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, garlic granules, cayenne pepper, ceylon cinnamon, and kosher salt for the dressing.
  5. Combine roasted ingredients with kale and quinoa in a large bowl; drizzle half the dressing over and toss gently.

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