Roasted pumpkin salad with honey

Discover a delicious roasted pumpkin salad with honey and balsamic dressing featuring tender roasted pumpkin, crunchy pine nuts, and fresh spinach. This mouthwatering dish is glazed with a sweet and tangy honey and vinegar dressing, perfect for a healthy lunch or vibrant side.

  • 31 May 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 12 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Roasted pumpkin salad with honey

Roasted pumpkin salad with honey and balsamic dressing is a delightful autumn dish that blends the rich, earthiness of pumpkin with the sweetness of honey and the tang of vinegar. This salad is both nutritious and flavorful, making it a perfect addition to any meal or a standalone dish for a light yet satisfying option.

Ingredients:

8 cups pumpkin
960g
1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
1/2 cup pine nuts
80g
4 cups spinach
120g
1/4 cup honey
60g
2 tbsp vinegar
30g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Pumpkin:
- Peel the pumpkin and cut it into approximately 1-inch cubes.
- Place the pumpkin cubes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the pumpkin with a short spray of cooking spray oil to coat evenly.
3. Roast Pumpkin:
- Roast the pumpkin in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges. Flip the pumpkin cubes halfway through the roasting time for even cooking.
4. Toast Pine Nuts:
- While the pumpkin is roasting, place a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the pine nuts to the skillet and toast them, shaking the skillet occasionally, until they are golden brown and fragrant (about 3-5 minutes). Be careful not to burn them.
- Remove the pine nuts from the skillet and set them aside to cool.
5. Prepare Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
- Whisk the ingredients together until they are well mixed and the dressing is smooth.
6. Assemble Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach leaves.
- Once the pumpkin is roasted, let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad bowl with the spinach.
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the spinach and roasted pumpkin.
7. Dress and Serve:
- Drizzle the honey and balsamic dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients and ensure that the dressing is evenly distributed.
8. Enjoy:
- Serve the roasted pumpkin salad immediately as a lovely, healthy side dish or a light main course.

Tips:

- Use a sharp knife to easily cut the pumpkin into cubes.

- Toss the pumpkin cubes in the cooking spray oil to ensure they roast evenly.

- Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant, to bring out their natural oils and enhance their nutty flavor.

- Add the spinach just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.

- Mix the honey, vinegar, and olive oil thoroughly to create a well-blended dressing that coats the salad evenly.

This roasted pumpkin salad with honey and balsamic dressing is a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The medley of textures and tastes—from the tender pumpkins to the crunchy pine nuts and the fresh spinach—creates a harmonious and delectable dish. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this salad is sure to impress.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size110 grams
Energy
Calories 88kcal4%
Protein
Protein 2.02g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 0.82g2%
Sugar 7g7%
Fat
Fat 6g7%
Saturated 0.53g2%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 370ug41%
Choline 12mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.07mg6%
Vitamin B2 0.12mg10%
Vitamin B3 0.83mg5%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg5%
Vitamin B9 27ug7%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 10mg11%
Vitamin E 1.67mg11%
Vitamin K 55ug44%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.20mg22%
Iron, Fe 1.14mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 36mg9%
Phosphorus, P 80mg6%
Potassium, K 360mg11%
Selenium, Se 0.33ug1%
Sodium, Na 12mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.74mg7%
Water
Water 90g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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