Ingredients:
- 2 cups (300g) butternut squash, cubed
- 2 medium (150g) carrots, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup (150g) Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 medium (150g) red onion, wedged
- 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp (6g) kosher salt
- ½ tsp (3g) cracked black pepper
- 4 cups (120g) baby kale or power greens
- ½ cup (75g) dried cranberries
- ½ cup (80g) pomegranate arils
- ½ cup (60g) toasted pecans or walnuts
- 4 oz (115g) crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp (5ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 clove (5g) garlic, minced
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash, sliced carrots, halved Brussels sprouts, and red onion wedges with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowding to allow for proper roasting.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the edges are mahogany-colored and the squash is velvety inside.
- While vegetables roast, prepare the vinaigrette by combining 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small jar or bowl.
- Shake vigorously or whisk the dressing until thick and glossy (emulsified), then adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the baby kale, dried cranberries, pomegranate arils, toasted pecans, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Add the warm roasted vegetables to the greens and drizzle with the maple cider vinaigrette, tossing gently to combine.