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spiced winter salad recipe

Maple and Spice Roasted Winter Vegetable Salad


  • Author: hafsahafsa
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty, colorful winter salad made with roasted sweet potatoes, squash, parsnips, carrots, and Brussels sprouts, tossed in a spiced maple dressing and topped with pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, and optional cheese. Perfect as a festive side or a satisfying vegetarian main dish.


Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)

2 medium parsnips, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)

2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thick coins (about 2 cups)

1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cubed (about 3 cups)

1 medium red onion, cut into wedges

1 small head Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (about 3 cups)

Maple Spice Dressing

¼ cup pure maple syrup

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon ground cumin

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Salad Add-Ins

½ cup pomegranate seeds

¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)

2 cups baby kale or arugula


Instructions

Prepare Vegetables
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Prepare vegetables into uniform pieces for even roasting.

Make Dressing
In a bowl, whisk maple syrup, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and spices until combined.

Toss and Arrange
Place vegetables in a large bowl. Coat with two-thirds of the dressing. Spread evenly on baking sheets without overcrowding.

Roast
Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender.

Assemble Salad
Let vegetables cool slightly. Place in a serving bowl with greens. Add pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds, and cheese if using. Drizzle remaining dressing and toss gently.

Notes

Roast vegetables ahead of time and reheat before assembling for faster prep.

Avoid overcrowding the pans or vegetables will steam instead of caramelizing.

 

For vegan prep, skip the cheese and add extra seeds or nuts.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Salad / Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 13 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: <0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg

Keywords: maple roasted vegetables, winter salad, holiday side dish, healthy roasted salad