I’m sad to say this is the last recipe in our year-long partnership with DeLallo Foods. Although, seeing the sheer quantity of tasty things we still have in our pantry, I should probably say it’s the last OFFICIAL recipe. Their products are so good that we’ve made them a part of our daily lives, and you’ll no doubt see them pop up in future recipes.
This salad seems like the perfect finale, featuring DeLallo’s newest SaladSavors® flavor: Crisp. With toasted almonds, crunchy red apple chips, and sharp white cheddar cheese, it’s a perfect trio of toppings to complement the sweet roasted squash and hearty kale.
I tell you, I’d devour an entire BAG of those apple chips.
Crisp is actually a perfect descriptor for this salad, with it’s crunchy textures and robust fall flavors. In fact, it’d be perfect alongside your Thanksgiving table. God knows we need some greens to offset the carb-fest that we’re planning.
We used delicata squash here, which is lesser known than it’s more common winter counterparts (however, you could also substitute butternut or acorn squash here if necessary). I like to think of delicata as a gateway squash, part way between summer and winter. Its yellow striated skin could be mistaken for a decorative gourd, but then you’d be missing out on the sweet, tender flesh within. Peeled and halved and sliced and tossed with a mixture of honey, olive oil, and unfiltered apple cider to bring out the squash’s natural sweetness, the squash on its own would make an awesome side dish. But then you’d be missing out on the delicious kale salad underneath.
The key to a non-bitter kale salad is a good dressing and a good rest. Toss the kale with the dressing until it’s totally coated, then let it sit for AT LEAST 30 minutes. I’m serious, don’t skimp on this, that extra time allows the deep green kale leaves to absorb the sweetness of the dressing, erasing any taste of bitterness whatsoever.
Cider-Roasted Squash & Kale Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
For Cider Vinaigrette:
- 2 tablespoons apple cider
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 shallot, finely minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 ounces fresh kale, large veins removed and torn into bite sized pieces
For Cider-Roasted Squash:
- 1 delicata squash, peeled, halved, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider (preferrably raw, unfiltered)
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 package DeLallo SaladSavors® Crisp White Cheddar (toasted almonds, apple chips, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese)
Directions:
- In a bowl, whisk together cider, vinegar, shallot, mustard, and honey. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisking vigorously, until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss with kale. Let sit for at least 30 minutes if not more (the longer the kale sits with the dressing, the less bitter it will be).
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, cider, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Toss with squash slices until fully coated, then arrange on baking sheet in a single layer. Bake squash for about 15 minutes or until tender and bottoms are lightly caramelized.
- To serve, divide kale among salad bowls. Top with a few slices of roasted squash and sprinkle with CRISP SaladSavors® toppings.
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And now, get ready to paint the town red, because we’ve put together a charming little gift set (if you consider $300 worth of goodies little, that is) inspired by DeLallo’s newest SaladSavors® flavor:
In addition to an assortment of SaladSavors® (including the brand new, not yet in stores, Crisp flavor), one lucky winner will win the following:
- “Peeled Apple” Limited Edition Framed 8×8″ Art Print
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$120 worth of delicious things from DeLallo foods, including an assortment of SaladSavors®, Whole Wheat Pasta, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Balsamic and Golden Balsamic Vinegars.
That’s a total value of $300!
To Enter:
Giveaway is now closed. Thanks for entering!
The fine print: No purchase necessary. Giveaway open to US residents only. Void where prohibited. Winner will have 48 hours to respond otherwise an alternate winner will be chosen. Bonus entry requirements will be verified if selected as the winner, otherwise an alternate winner will be chosen. Giveaway sponsored by DeLallo Foods. As always, all opinions written are purely my own. This post contains affiliate links.
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I’d love the Fresh flavor!
Sharp Asiago is my fave@
Definitely the Fresh Goat Cheese salad savor.
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Vibrant blue!
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Fresh goat cheese is my favorite flavor! Tweeted and following all on Pinterest and tweeter. Thanks for sharing!
I thin the sharp asiago would fit me the best but they all sound so good!
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Sharp asiago…oh the things I can do with that combination. Not just on salads…but a great place to start. I already subscribe to your newsletter too.
i can’t get enough of goat cheese, so it’s gotta be that one!
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I’m a goat cheese fiend! I’d love to try that one.
The fresh goat cheese is up my alley!
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I think the sharp Asiago is a good fit!
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I would love to try any of them! They all sound very tasty!
Ooh, the Vibrant Blue SaladSavors looks great for me!
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Sharp asiago!
The zesty feta is definitely my speed. I could it a Greek salad full of feta cheese everyday!
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Fresh goat cheese – I don’t know if it fits my personality but my taste buds thinks it does :-D
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Zesty! I love olives and feta on a salad…yum!
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Goat Cheese, please! That’s my flavor !
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Sharp Asagio (asagio cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts) This fits me to a T!
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I’d liketo try the SHARP ASIAGO SALADSAVORS® with with romaine and bibb lettuces, some veggies, and a balsamic viniagrette dressing.
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Sharp Asiago-all the way!
Zesty feta! A poor gal’s way to experience Greece.
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I totally dig Sharp Asiago!
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Definitely ZESTY FETA!! Even the name itself makes your mouth water!!!!!
Zesty feta!
Zesty feta looks awesome!
Fresh fresh fresh! Butter nutty walnuts with sweet tangy cranberries and smooth creamy goat cheese. Yum!!
The Zesty Feta woild be my first choice.
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Sharp Asiago for sure!
Hard to choose between the sharp asiago and the goat cheese…. i’ll have to try them to see!
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Mmmmm. Fresh goat cheese! Cheese makes everything better.
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I would love to try the fresh goat cheese!
The vibrant blue looks fabulous!
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My favorite SaladSavors is Zesty Feta.
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Absolutely love the SaladSavors!
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Very tempted by the sharp asiago!
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The Fresh flavor sound so good!
my favorite flavor was Fresh but I think Crisp could be my new bestie when available!
i would like the fresh goat cheese flavor the best!
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Definitely the fresh goat cheese flavor! Yum!
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