Whole30 Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Feta and Arugula
Elevate your salad game with this flavorful Whole30 Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Feta and Arugula, a perfect blend of seasonal ingredients and nutrient-packed goodness. Tender, golden-brown roasted sugar pumpkin cubes are the star of the show, paired with peppery arugula, tangy feta cheese, and crisp red onion for a delightful balance of flavors and textures. A light drizzle of zesty lemon dressing ties everything together, while toasted pumpkin seeds add satisfying crunch, making this dish as nourishing as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for fall gatherings or a fresh weeknight meal, this wholesome salad will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 small sugar pumpkin
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cups arugula
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Cut the pumpkin in half, remove the seeds, and peel the skin. Cut the flesh into 1-inch cubes.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the pumpkin cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves until evenly coated.
Step 4
Spread the pumpkin cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Roast the pumpkin in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until tender and golden brown, turning once halfway through cooking.
Step 6
While the pumpkin is roasting, thinly slice the red onion.
Step 7
In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, roasted pumpkin, sliced red onion, and feta cheese.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Step 9
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 10
Top the salad with pumpkin seeds.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1298.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1025.4 |
| Total Fat 77.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.6g | |
| Cholesterol 66.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3219.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.5g | |
| Protein 32.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 687.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3019.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories