Butternut Squash Salad: Easy Spinach, Pecans, and Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and easy salad featuring butternut squash, fresh spinach, crunchy pecans, and savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups butternut squash, diced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted butternut squash, fresh spinach, chopped pecans, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and toss to combine.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of turkey bacon and feta cheese based on personal preference.
- This salad can be served warm or cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Butternut Squash, Spinach Salad, Pecans, Turkey Bacon