Description
Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this vibrant Fall Harvest Salad, featuring mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy nuts, and a tangy dressing. This dish captures the essence of the season, offering a delightful combination of sweetness, earthiness, and crunch. Perfect for family gatherings or a quick weekday lunch, this salad is easy to prepare and visually stunning—guaranteeing seconds from your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (cubed)
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts (toasted if desired)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes, nuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta to the greens.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper for dressing.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg