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Fall Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash and Brussels

Fall Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash and Brussels
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This Fall Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash and Brussels is a vibrant celebration of autumn flavors, perfect for any gathering or a cozy lunch at home. Featuring roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet butternut squash, and crisp apples, this dish combines textures and tastes that are both refreshing and comforting. Tossed in a creamy maple-Dijon dressing and topped with crumbled goat cheese, every bite offers a delightful medley of seasonal ingredients. Ideal as a side or main course, this salad is also make-ahead friendly, allowing you to enjoy the deliciousness throughout the week!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups diced Brussels sprouts
  • 2 cups diced butternut squash
  • 2 cups diced honeycrisp apple
  • 1 Tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz goat cheese (or feta cheese)
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries (optional)
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar (for dressing)
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard (for dressing)
  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup (for dressing)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (for dressing)
  • ½ tsp kosher salt (for dressing)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with greased parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, toss the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  3. Add diced apples to the pan and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. While roasting, cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to cool.
  5. For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with roasted veggies, crumbled goat cheese, and cranberries if using. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.

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