Squash tends to make a comeback as soon as colder weather arrives, and there are many different ways to use it in a kitchen. If you’re looking for a way to take your salads to the next level, adding squash to the mix is always a good idea—and these recipes by Alex Aldeborgh of Daisy Beet are a case in point.
Warm Kale Salad with Delicata Squash
If delicata squash happens to be your favorite variety, you’ll find many recipes on Daisy Beet that put it to some good use. That happens to be the case with this warm kale salad, which also features homemade lemon dressing and a long list of healthy ingredients, including avocado and pomegranate seeds.
Fall Farro Salad with Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is one of fall and winter staples and its versatility knows no bounds. If you still haven’t tried putting it in your salads, this one is a good place to start. It’s packed with many more nutritious ingredients, including farro, pomegranates, and goat cheese, and you can serve it both warm and cold.
Delicata Squash Pasta with Broccoli and Sage
If you’re a huge fan of pasta salads, you can put a twist on this recipe by making one. All the ingredients are already there starting with penne pasta, delicata squash, and broccoli. Feel free to add more veggies to the mix and serve the dish cold if you prefer your pasta salads that way.
