Roasted Pumpkin and Kale Salad: Warm, Healthy, and Full of Fall Flavors

Roasted Pumpkin and Kale Salad: Warm, Healthy, and Full of Fall Flavors

Servings

4

servingsPrep time

10

minutesCooking time

25

minutesCalories

350

kcal

This Roasted Pumpkin and Kale Salad is the ultimate fall comfort dish—warm, nourishing, and packed with seasonal flavors. With the sweetness of roasted pumpkin, the crunch of walnuts, and the slight bitterness of kale, it’s a healthy and satisfying choice for cozy autumn days.

Ingredients

• 2 cups pumpkin, cubed

• 4 cups fresh kale, chopped

• ¼ cup dried cranberries

• ¼ cup walnuts, chopped

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• Salt, pepper, and cinnamon to taste

• Optional: crumbled feta or goat cheese

Directions

• Roast the pumpkin: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss pumpkin cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.

• Prepare the kale: While the pumpkin roasts, massage the kale with a little olive oil and a pinch of salt to soften it.

  

• Mix the salad: In a large bowl, combine the kale, roasted pumpkin, cranberries, and walnuts.

• Dress the salad: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, toss gently, and add crumbled feta or goat cheese if desired.

  

• Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Roasted Pumpkin & Kale Salad: The Ultimate Fall Comfort Food

Note:)

• Swap walnuts with pecans or add roasted chickpeas for extra crunch.