Does feta cheese go with butternut squash?

Yes! The saltiness of feta perfectly balances the sweetness of roasted squash.

How do you make butternut and feta salad?

Roast the squash, crumble feta, mix with fresh greens, and finish with a homemade dressing like maple date vinaigrette.

Kale, arugula, and spinach are great bases. Adding grains or nuts enhances the flavor.

Apples, pears, cranberries, sage, rosemary, and nuts like pecans or walnuts.

A vibrant roasted butternut squash salad topped with creamy feta, toasted nuts, and a sweet maple date vinaigrette.

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Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
In a blender, combine dates, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and salt. Blend until smooth to form the vinaigrette.
Arrange mixed greens on a serving plate.
Top with roasted butternut squash, crumbled feta, and toasted nuts.
Drizzle generously with the maple date vinaigrette before serving.

For extra flavor, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds or fresh herbs like mint or parsley before serving.

Keywords: butternut squash salad, feta, maple date vinaigrette, healthy salad, roasted squash