Butternut Squash Salad
Leo Gong
When her garden produced a bumper crop of butternut squash one year, Roxanne Chan got creative. The result was this tasty combination. Prep and Cook Time: 45 minutes.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly oil a large baking sheet and arrange squash slices on it (they will overlap). Roast until tender, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
2
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp. olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and orange zest.
Step 3
3
In a serving dish, layer squash slices, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with dressing and top with parmesan if you like.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to oil baking sheet
1 butternut squash (2 to 2 1/2 lbs.), peeled, seeded, quartered lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4-in.-thick slices
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional)