Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Red Onion, and Feta

This Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Red Onion, and Feta is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The roasted butternut squash adds sweetness and a slight caramelized crunch, while the feta cheese provides a creamy and salty contrast. The kale and red onion provide a fresh and vibrant base, all brought together with a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cups diced butternut squash
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400F 200C

Toss the diced butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet

Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized

Remove and let cool

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing

In a large salad bowl, combine the torn kale leaves and sliced red onion

Drizzle the dressing over the kale and toss to coat the leaves evenly

Add the roasted butternut squash and crumbled feta cheese to the kale mixture

Gently toss everything together

Serve immediately as a delicious and nutritious kale salad