Roasted Pumpkin and Walnut Salad (Gerösteter Kürbis- und Walnusssalat)

This Gerösteter Kürbis- und Walnusssalat (Roasted Pumpkin and Walnut Salad) is a delicious and nutritious dish from Lower Saxon cuisine. The combination of roasted pumpkin and crunchy walnuts makes for a satisfying and flavorful salad that's perfect for any occasion.

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Roasted Pumpkin and Walnut Salad (Gerösteter Kürbis- und Walnusssalat)

Ingredients

  • 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the diced pumpkin with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the pumpkin on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. In a dry skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  5. In a large salad bowl, combine the roasted pumpkin, toasted walnuts, and mixed greens.
  6. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking sheet Large salad bowl Skillet

Tools

Oven Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

This salad pairs well with a crusty bread and a glass of white wine.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$10