Healthy Recipes Salad Warm Butternut Squash & Kale Salad with Goat Cheese & Pepitas 5.0 (3) 3 Reviews This healthy salad makes the perfect side dish for the holidays. Butternut squash turns tender in the oven, while goat cheese and pumpkin seeds add creaminess and crunch. Letting the kale and lemon juice sit helps tenderize the leafy green, so don't skip that step. By Wendy Lopez, MS, RD, CDCES Wendy Lopez, MS, RD, CDCES As a registered dietitian nutritionist, Wendy Lopez is passionate about accessible and inclusive nutrition education. She is the co-author of the cookbook 28-Day Plant-Powered Health Reboot, the co-host of the Food Heaven Podcast and the co-founder of Food Heaven, an online platform that provides resources on cooking, intuitive eating and body respect. She has a food and nutrition column in Self magazine and is a recipe developer for a number of national food brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 18, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Ali Redmond Active Time: 5 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 4 cups cubed butternut squash (3/4-inch) ½ cup thinly sliced onion 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 ½ cups thinly sliced stemmed lacinato kale 1 tablespoon lemon juice ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese ¼ cup pepitas, toasted ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt ⅛ teaspoon cracked black pepper Directions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread squash and onion on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and maple syrup; sprinkle with kosher salt. Stir to coat and spread in an even layer. Roast until tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, combine kale and lemon juice in a large bowl; toss to coat. Let stand while the squash is baking, allowing the kale to soften. Add the roasted vegetables to the kale; toss to combine. Top with goat cheese, pepitas, flaky salt and cracked pepper. Equipment Parchment paper Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, November 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 179 Calories 9g Fat 21g Carbs 6g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size about 1 cup Calories 179 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 21g 8% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 7g Added Sugars 3g 6% Protein 6g 12% Total Fat 9g 12% Saturated Fat 2g 10% Cholesterol 7mg 2% Vitamin A 17285IU 346% Vitamin C 51mg 57% Vitamin E 2mg 13% Folate 30mcg 8% Vitamin K 2mcg 2% Sodium 323mg 14% Calcium 108mg 8% Iron 2mg 11% Magnesium 78mg 19% Potassium 433mg 9% Zinc 1mg 9% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.