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Roasted Vegetable Winter Salad

A vibrant roasted vegetable winter salad with arugula, chickpeas, Brussels sprouts, squash, red onions, and crumbled feta in a white bowl.
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A warm and hearty roasted vegetable winter salad made with seasonal root vegetables, fresh greens, and a tangy herb dressing. Perfect for cold-weather meals and easily customizable with vegan or protein-rich options.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Red onion
  • 1 small Butternut squash
  • 10 Baby potatoes
  • 2 Carrots
  • 2 Parsnips
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for roasting)
  • Pinch of Sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 4 handfuls Watercress/Rocket (arugula) salad mix
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for dressing)
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Pinch of Sea salt and ground black pepper (for dressing)
  • 30g (0.25 cups) Light feta cheese or dairy-free alternative

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/400°F/Gas 6.
  2. Chop the red onion, butternut squash, baby potatoes, carrots, and parsnips into chunky pieces.
  3. Toss the chopped vegetables with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sea salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the vegetables on a baking tray in a single layer and roast for 35–40 minutes until golden and caramelized.
  5. While the vegetables roast, make the dressing by mixing 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, chopped herbs (basil, parsley, coriander), salt, and pepper.
  6. Divide the salad greens between serving bowls.
  7. Top with the warm roasted vegetables.
  8. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and crumble feta cheese on top before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the baking tray to ensure crispy roasting.
  • Substitute sweet potatoes, cauliflower, or broccoli as desired.
  • To keep it vegan, omit feta or use a plant-based alternative.
  • Add grains like quinoa or farro for a fuller meal.
  • Top with nuts, seeds, or pomegranate for extra texture and flavor.
  • Serve warm or chilled; add lemon juice for freshness when cold.

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