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Fall Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash and Brussels

Fall Pasta Salad with Butternut Squash and Brussels
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Delight in the essence of autumn with this vibrant Fall Pasta Salad featuring roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet apples. This dish marries colorful, seasonal vegetables with creamy goat cheese and a tangy maple dijon dressing, creating a comforting and delicious salad perfect for any occasion. Whether served as a centerpiece at Thanksgiving or enjoyed as a hearty lunch during the week, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. It’s a celebration of fall flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your appetite.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, combine butternut squash and Brussels sprouts. Drizzle with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
  3. Add diced apples to the pan and roast an additional 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss with olive oil.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients: balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. In a large bowl, combine roasted vegetables with pasta; fold in cheese and cranberries if desired. Drizzle with dressing before serving.

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