Roasted Pumpkin Salad

Roasted Pumpkin Salad is a dish that combines sweet pumpkin, fresh vegetables, and rich dressings. The pumpkin slices, after roasting, are crispy outside and tender inside. Paired with crunchy lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and creamy goat cheese, each bite offers a layered taste experience. Drizzled with a homemade olive oil vinaigrette, it's both appetizing and refreshing, making it a beautiful addition to autumn dining tables.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• 500g pumpkin, sliced into thin pieces

• 100g lettuce, torn into pieces

• 50g cherry tomatoes, halved

• 50g goat cheese, cubed

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Olive oil vinaigrette: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, half a tablespoon honey, a dash of mustard, salt and black pepper to taste

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Coat the pumpkin slices evenly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, place on a baking sheet, and roast for about 20 minutes until golden and tender.

2. Tear the lettuce into pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and cube the goat cheese for later use.

3. Make the olive oil vinaigrette: Mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

4. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and roasted pumpkin slices. Sprinkle with goat cheese, drizzle with olive oil vinaigrette, and gently toss to combine.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• When roasting the pumpkin, adjust the cooking time according to personal preference for the desired softness.

• The proportion of the olive oil vinaigrette can be adjusted to taste; for those who prefer a sweeter and tangier flavor, increase the ratio of apple cider vinegar and honey.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• This salad is not only delicious but also provides abundant dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, aiding digestion and boosting immunity, making it an excellent choice for autumn wellness.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL

• Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene, which helps protect vision and fight oxidation.

• Lettuce and cherry tomatoes are high in vitamins C and K, contributing to immune enhancement and bone health.

• Goat cheese, as a source of high-quality protein, is also rich in calcium, beneficial for bone and muscle health.