Wilted Spinach Salad with Butternut Squash |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Make quick work of peeling butternut squash. First, prick it with a fork and give it 45 seconds in the microwave. Then, trim an inch from the base of the squash, making it stand up straight and tall while you run the peeler from top to bottom. Ingredients:
1 cup cubed peeled butternut squash |
1/2 teaspoon chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided |
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided |
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar |
2 tablespoons dry red wine or chicken broth |
2 tablespoons whole-berry cranberry sauce |
5 cups fresh baby spinach |
4 slices red onion |
1/2 cup dried cranberries |
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted |
1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese |
coarsely ground pepper, optional |
Directions:
1. In a small skillet, saute the squash, chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt in 2 teaspoons oil for 11-13 minutes or until tender. Set aside; keep warm.
2. In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 4-6 minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup. Stir in the wine, cranberry sauce, remaining oil and remaining salt. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute longer.
3. Place spinach on a serving platter; top with onion, cranberries and squash mixture. Drizzle with warm dressing. Sprinkle with almonds, goat cheese and pepper if desired. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.
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