Fall Harvest Salads

Preheat oven to 400° F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cut squash lengthwise, spoon out seeds and cut in ½ inch (12 mm) slices. Assemble slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup. Season with cinnamon, salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.

In a medium size bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Set aside.

In a large salad bowl, add spinach, apple, Ocean Spray® Craisins® Dried Cranberries, feta, walnuts and warm squash. Top with vinaigrette before serving.

Meal Prep Tip: Mix and match with additional ingredient options for easy, seasonal salads all week long! Don’t forget the Craisins® Dried Cranberries for that tiny twist that adds mighty flavour to each combination.

Suggested Alternative Ingredients:

Other Base Greens Options: Chicory, arugula, mesclun or swiss chard

Other Fruit Add-Ons: Pear, persimmon, figs, or red grapes

Other Squash Options: Butternut, buttercup, spaghetti or sugar pumpkin

Additional vegetable options: Radish, radicchio, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomato, or colorful carrots