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Delicata Squash & Baby Kale Salad

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Ingredients

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Delicata Squash & Baby Kale Salad

1 delicata squash

2 tablespoons avocado oil

½ tsp kosher salt

¼ tsp black pepper

2 cups baby kalepacked

1 cup thin-sliced red cabbage

½ cup walnutstoasted, chopped

¼ cup dried cranberries

1 lemonzested and juiced

1 tbsp maple syrup

¼ cup tahini

¼ cup olive oil

¼ tsp kosher salt

pinch black pepper

pinch garlic powder

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut off ends of delicata squash and scoop out seeds with a spoon. Slice squash into ½-inch rounds. Add squash to a bowl with 2 tablespoons avocado oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Toss until well combined and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake for 28 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Squash should be slightly crispy and just starting to caramelize. Note: You can turn the oven to broil for about 2 minutes at the end to amplify the caramelization.

Meanwhile, make the Maple Tahini Dressing by adding zest and juice of a lemon, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ cup tahini, ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, pinch of black pepper and pinch of garlic powder to a 1-pint jar. Secure lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds, until dressing comes together.

Add 2 cups baby kale and 1 cup thin-sliced red cabbage to a serving platter. Evenly distribute roasted delicate squash. Sprinkle on ½ cup toasted walnuts and ¼ cup dried cranberries.

Use a spoon to drizzle Maple Tahini Dressing over the salad.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Roast Delicata Skin-On for Caramelization 🔥
Leave the thin, edible skin on while roasting at 425°F for 20-25 minutes to achieve beautiful caramelization and nutty flavor that complements the salad perfectly.
Massage Baby Kale with Dressing First 💪
Toss the delicate baby kale with the Maple Tahini Dressing 5-10 minutes before serving to soften its texture and allow it to absorb the flavors without wilting.
Toast Walnuts Low and Slow for Depth 🌰
Toast walnuts at 300°F for 8-10 minutes rather than higher heat to develop complex, deep flavors and prevent them from becoming bitter or overpowering the delicate salad.
Shake Dressing in a Sealed Jar for Emulsion ✨
Vigorously shake the tahini dressing ingredients in a mason jar for at least 30 seconds to create a creamy, stable emulsion that clings beautifully to all salad components.
Cut Red Cabbage Paper-Thin for Tenderness 🔪
Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice cabbage as thin as possible, then lightly salt it 10 minutes before serving to soften its raw bite while maintaining satisfying crunch.