Delicata Squash Salad With Kale And Cranberry Beans

Name: Delicata Squash Salad With Kale And Cranberry Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 5 ounces kale, large stems removed, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 large shallot, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; fresh ground pepper; 15 ounces cranberry beans, drained and rinsed (or cannellini)

Servings: persons

2 lbs delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
5 ounces kale, large stems removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
fresh ground pepper
15 ounces cranberry beans, drained and rinsed (or cannellini)

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1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut squashes into 1/2-inch-thick semicircles. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil, and spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until just tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Mix together balsamic vinegar and honey. Brush some of the mixture onto squash slices; reserve remaining mixture. Bake for 5 minutes more.
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2.Meanwhile, place kale in a large bowl. Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic, and cook until slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Add red-wine vinegar and remaining vinegar-honey mixture to saucepan, and bring to a boil. Immediately pour hot dressing over kale, and sprinkle with salt. Season with pepper. Add squash and beans. Cover with plastic, and let stand for 5 minutes. Toss until kale wilts slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Delicata Squash Salad With Kale And Cranberry Beans falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Delicata Squash Salad With Kale And Cranberry Beans

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