Fall Pasta Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash & Maple Dressing
- November 22, 2023
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Welcome the flavors of fall into your holiday table with this Fall Pasta Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash & Maple Dressing!
This Fall Pasta Salad brings together the best of the season’s bounty, with a delicious combination of roasted butternut squash, bowtie noodles, dried cranberries, pecans, feta, and spinach—all delicately drizzled with a homemade maple dressing.
And it may sound fancy, but it’s super easy to make!
How to Make a Fall Pasta Salad
First, start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F.
Next, place the cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 20-25 minutes until softened.
To make the salad dressing, combine the olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar in a mason jar. Seal tightly with the lid and shake vigorously or until the ingredients are emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
In a large serving bowl, combine the bowtie pasta, dried cranberries, pecans, feta, roasted butternut squash, and spinach. Add the salad dressing and toss to combine.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or simply want to enjoy the warmth of fall in a bowl, this recipes is a delightful addition to your seasonal menu. Happy cooking and happy holidays!
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Fall Pasta Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash & Maple Dressing
Ingredients
- 4 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz bow tie pasta cooked
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup pecans
- 4 oz crumbled feta
- 8 oz baby spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
Maple Salad Dressing
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste and bake for 20-25 minutes until softened.
To Make the Salad Dressing:
- Combine all salad dressing ingredients in a mason jar, seal tightly with lid, and shake vigorously or until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the bowtie pasta, dried cranberries, pecans, feta, roasted butternut squash, and spinach. Add the salad dressing and toss to combine.
Notes
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