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Fall Harvest Pasta Salad

A vibrant and hearty pasta salad featuring seasonal ingredients that celebrate the flavors of fall.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz farfalle pasta or any pasta of choice
  • 1 cup butternut squash peeled and diced
  • 1 cup brussels sprouts halved
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup baby spinach fresh
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Method
 

Cook the Pasta and Vegetables
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the farfalle pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the butternut squash and brussels sprouts to the pot. Drain the pasta and vegetables in a colander and rinse with cold water to cool.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta and vegetables, diced red bell pepper, and baby spinach.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Add Toppings and Serve
  1. Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and is perfect for potlucks or meal prep. Feel free to customize with your favorite fall vegetables.

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