Autumn Caesar Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash Croutons
Experience the flavors of fall with this delightful Autumn Caesar Salad featuring Roasted Delicata Squash Croutons. This cozy dish combines hearty kale, tender delicata squash, and crunchy nuts, all enveloped in a creamy dressing that adds a comforting touch to your dining experience. Perfect for weeknight meals or festive gatherings, this salad showcases seasonal ingredients that not only taste great but also provide a nutritious balance. With its vibrant colors and textures, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a staple on your autumn dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch kale, destemmed & shredded or finely chopped (about 3 cups chopped)
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- ½ lemon, juiced
- delicata squash croutons (1 medium delicata squash, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs, ¼ cup grated parmesan, 1 clove garlic, 3 tablespoons finely chopped hardy fresh herbs, kosher salt & ground black pepper)
- ⅓ cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts
- ⅓ cup shaved parmesan
- ⅓ cup Caesar dressing of choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Prepare delicata squash croutons by tossing cubed squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Mix panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, garlic, and herbs; sprinkle over squash and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, massage kale with lemon juice and salt until tender.
- Combine roasted squash croutons, massaged kale, toasted nuts, and Caesar dressing in the bowl. Toss gently to mix.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg