Fall Harvest Salad with Roasted Squash and Pomegranate

Ali Segersten (author) Oct 08, 2025
Fall Harvest Salad with Roasted Squash and Pomegranat-11
Difficulty
Average Recipe
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Servings
4

This colorful salad brings together the flavors of autumn with roasted squash, fresh pomegranate arils, peppery arugula, and maple-cinnamon toasted pumpkin seeds. Each bite offers a harmony of sweet, tart, and earthy notes while delivering a boost of antioxidants and detox-supportive nutrients. It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough to grace your holiday table. Serve it with roasted chicken or salmon for a deeply satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Squash

1 medium delicata squash
1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoons sea salt

Pumpkin Seeds

¾ cups pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 pinches sea salt
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Salad

6 cups baby arugula
2 cups thinly sliced lacinato kale
1 medium pomegranates arils removed
½ small red onions thinly sliced

Dressing

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoons dijon mustard
¼ teaspoons sea salt