Kale Salad With Butternut Squash, Cranberries and Pepitas

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   Peel the squash, cut in half and scoop out the seeds.

3. 3

   Cut the squash into 1/2-inch slices.

4. 4

   Toss the squash with 2 tablespoons olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Place in a single layer onto a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until the squash can be pierced by a knife.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven and allow to cool.

7. 7

   Slice the kale into bite-size pieces.

8. 8

   In a small bowl, mix together the apple cider, cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons oil and maple syrup and season with salt and pepper.

9. 9

   Drizzle a little of the dressing over the kale and gently rub the dressing over the leaves, by hand, to coat.

10. 10

    Toss the kale with cranberries.

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    In a separate bowl, mix together the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, pepitas, cinnamon, brown sugar and a dash of salt.

12. 12

    Toast the pepitas in a shallow pan, just until they start to get tan and fragrant.

13. 13

    Set aside to cool.

14. 14

    Divide the squash and kale onto plates and top with the toasted pepitas.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.