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Fall Harvest Pasta Salad

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant pasta salad featuring roasted butternut squash, walnuts, and cranberries, perfect for celebrating autumn.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta (e.g., fusilli or rotini)
  • 1 cup roasted butternut squash, cubed
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup spinach or arugula
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. Combine the cooled pasta, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, walnuts, and spinach in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Add feta cheese and gently mix.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, add walnuts and feta just before serving to retain their texture. Adjust the dressing to your taste for a balanced flavor.