Bon Appetit/November 2005

Dandelion Salad with Pomegranate Seeds, Pine Nuts, and Roasted Delicata Squash

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories Saturated Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
8


INGREDIENTS:
6 tablespoons pomegranate juice 1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1-1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons butter, divided 2 unpeeled medium delicata squash or 1 medium acorn squash, halved, seeded, cut into 24 wedges total
1 pound dandelion greens, thick stems trimmed, leaves cut into 2-inch lengths (about 12 cups) 1-1/2 cups pomegranate seeds 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted



1 Whisk pomegranate juice and vinegars in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Rewhisk before using.
2 Melt 2 teaspoons butter in heavy large nonstick over medium-high heat. Add 1/3 of squash wedges. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer squash wedges to rimmed baking sheet. Repeat 2 more times with remaining butter and squash wedges. Sprinkle squash with salt and pepper.
3 Preheat oven to 450 F. Transfer squash to oven; bake 20 minutes.
4 Mix greens, pomegranate seeds, and pine nuts in large bowl. Toss with half of dressing. Divide among plates; top with squash. Drizzle with dressing.

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