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Harvest Pasta Salad

Delicious Harvest Pasta Salad with Roasted Autumn Veggies

This Harvest Pasta Salad highlights autumn's bounty with roasted veggies, cranberries, and a creamy balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose your favorite type; gluten-free options available.
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Can be swapped with sweet potato.
  • 1 cup Brussels Sprouts Broccoli or green beans can also work.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used for a twist.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Salad Mix
  • 1 cup Cranberries (dried) Pomegranate seeds can serve as a fresh alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette Honey mustard vinaigrette is a zesty variation.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dice the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the seasoned vegetables onto a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and caramelized.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted vegetables, cooked pasta, and cranberries. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss until well mixed.
  6. Serve warm or chill for at least 30 minutes in the fridge before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; feel free to swap ingredients and customize it to your taste. It's also perfect for meal prep and can be stored for up to 3 days.

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