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Fall Pasta Salad 2025 11 01 213325 150x150 1

Fall Pasta Salad

A colorful and flavorful salad featuring seasonal ingredients like Brussels sprouts and butternut squash, perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Pasta (your choice, e.g., rotini or penne)
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Butternut squash
  • Crisp apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • Fresh thyme
  • Goat cheese
  • Maple syrup
  • Dijon mustard
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut Brussels sprouts and butternut squash into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast the vegetables until tender and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cooked pasta, chopped apples, and fresh thyme.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Top with crumbled goat cheese before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian