Description
Autumn Caesar Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash Croutons is a delightful seasonal twist on the classic Caesar. This vibrant dish features sweet, roasted delicata squash croutons paired with crisp romaine and savory Parmesan, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, this salad brings warmth and flavor to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups delicata squash, sliced into half-moons
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 3 garlic cloves (2 minced, 1 whole)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss delicata squash slices with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic in a bowl until well-coated.
- Spread squash on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- While roasting, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until emulsified.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, roasted delicata squash croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately on plates or family-style.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg