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    Easy Vegan Fall Salad

    November 20, 2024 by christina.klapper 2 Comments

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    This vegan fall salad is absolutely stunning and perfect for any fall gathering or get together! I personally love to make this salad and bring it to friendsgiving or thanksgiving so that I can guarantee that there is something healthy and delicious that I can enjoy along with all of the other hearty thanksgiving classics!

    This is a top view of my vegan fall salad in a large brown salad bowl.

    If you are looking for some other delicious thanksgiving recipes, you will love my apple and brie crescent rolls and my gluten free sweet potato casserole.

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    Ingredients

    This is a close up of my vegan fall salad.
    • Fresh Spinach: Tender, nutrient-packed leafy greens with a mild flavor.
    • Pomegranate Arils: Sweet, jewel-like seeds offering a burst of tartness and color.
    • Persimmon (Peeled, Sliced or Chopped): A sweet, honey-like fruit with a smooth texture and vibrant orange hue.
    • Brussels Sprouts, Halved or Shaved: Earthy, crunchy mini-cabbages that are packed in fiber.
    • Small Delicata Squash, Thinly Sliced into Half Moons: Sweet, creamy squash with a delicate skin that softens when roasted.
    • Avocado Oil: A mild, heart-healthy oil with a slightly buttery taste, perfect for cooking or dressing.
    • Seasonings (Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder): Classic seasonings to add depth and balance to your salad’s flavors.

    For the Candied Pecans:

    • Pecans: Buttery and crunchy nuts that add texture and a rich, nutty flavor.
    • Coconut Oil: A creamy fat that enhances flavor and provides moisture.
    • Coconut Sugar: A natural sweetener with a mild caramel flavor.

    For the Dressing:

    • Avocado or Olive Oil: Rich, smooth oils that add a light, velvety texture and healthy fats.
    • Apple Cider Vinegar: A tangy, slightly sweet vinegar with a hint of fruity flavor.
    • Fig Balsamic Glaze: A sweet, thick balsamic reduction with the depth of ripe figs.
    • Maple Syrup: A natural, sweet syrup that adds a warm, earthy sweetness.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    1. Set your rack to the middle position and pre-heat your oven to 425 F.
    2. Begin by grabbing your brussels sprouts, rinse them and cut them in half. Grab your delicata squash, cut it in half lengthwise and then scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Once the seeds are removed, thinly slice each half crosswise.
    3. Place your brussels and squash in a large bowl, drizzle with some olive oil, toss with seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, to taste!
    4. Place on a large baking pan and bake for 15-17 minutes. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool as you work on assembling and preparing other parts of your salad.
    5. Next, in a small pan on medium high heat, add in your coconut oil along with your coconut sugar until melted. Then add in your pecans, toss them and allow them to cook for 3-5 minutes. Then remove them from the heat. Alternatively, you can use pre-roasted pecan pieces like I did. Make sure to check nutrition and ingredient labels if you are following a certain diet.
    6. Grab a large salad bowl, add in your bed of spinach. On top of the spinach, add in the pomegranate arils and your peeled and sliced/chopped persimmons. Once your vegetables have slightly cooled, place them in the large bowl on top of your spinach bed. Then add in your pecans.
    7. Lastly, prepare your salad dressing: In a small bowl add in your avocado or olive oil, apple cider vinegar, fig balsamic glaze and maple syrup. Using a whisk, mix until well combined. When you are ready to serve your salad, pour the dressing on top and toss your salad. Serve and enjoy!

    Substitutions

    • Spinach – Feel free to substitute spinach for kale. If you serve with kale, make sure to chop and massage with olive oil to soften the leaves.
    • Delicatta squash – feel free to use acorn squash if you are not able to find delicatta.
    • Candied Pecans– feel free to use pre-made candied pecans as a short cut. Make sure to check ingredient labels if you are following a certain diet such as dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free as some of the packaged nuts may use certain ingredients or be cross-contaminated.

    This recipe is already dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.

    Equipment

    All you need to make this vegan fall salad is a:

    • 9×13 baking sheet
    • small sauce pan (if making candied pecans)
    • large salad bowl

    Storage

    This salad is best served fresh after the dressing is mixed in, however, can be stored in an air-tight container for 1-2 days.

    Top Tip

    You can make this recipe ahead of time and store in a fridge until you are ready to serve. When you are ready, add in your dressing, toss and serve!

    Sides

    Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

    • Chicken Fattoush Salad
    • Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole
    • Easy Carrot Souffle Recipe
    • This is a photo of the honey sriracha brussels sprouts
      Easy Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts

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    Vegan Fall Salad

    If you're looking for the perfect fall salad, look no further! This salad is absolutely delicious, full of a mix of fall fruits and hearty vegetables and topped with the most delicious fig maple vinaigrette!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 18 minutes mins
    Total Time 33 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 287 kcal

    Equipment

    • 9×13 baking sheet
    • small sauce pan (if making candied pecans)
    • Large Salad Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 7 oz Fresh Spinach
    • ¾-1 Cup Pomegranate Arils
    • 2 Persimmons Peeled, Sliced or Chopped
    • 10 oz Brussels Sprouts Halved or Shaved
    • 1 Small Delicata Squash Thinly Sliced into Half Moons
    • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil
    • Salt and Pepper To Taste
    • Garlic Powder To Taste
    • Onion Powder To Taste

    For the candied pecans

    • ½ cup Pecans
    • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil
    • 2 Tablespoons Coconut Sugar

    For the dressing:

    • 1 Tablespoon Avocado or Olive Oil
    • 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 Tablespoon Fig Balsamic Glaze
    • 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
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    Instructions
     

    • Set your rack to the middle position and pre-heat your oven to 425 F.
    • Begin by grabbing your brussels sprouts, rinse them and cut them in half. Grab your delicata squash, cut it in half lengthwise and then scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Once the seeds are removed, thinly slice each half crosswise.
    • Place your brussels and squash in a large bowl, drizzle with some olive oil, toss with seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, to taste!
    • Place on a large baking pan and bake for 15-17 minutes. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool as you work on assembling and preparing other parts of your salad.
    • Next, in a small pan on medium high heat, add in your coconut oil along with your coconut sugar until melted. Then add in your pecans, toss them and allow them to cook for 3-5 minutes. Then remove them from the heat. Alternatively, you can use pre-roasted pecan pieces like I did. Make sure to check nutrition and ingredient labels if you are following a certain diet.
    • Grab a large salad bowl, add in your bed of spinach. On top of the spinach, add in the pomegranate arils and your peeled and sliced/chopped persimmons. Once your vegetables have slightly cooled, place them in the large bowl on top of your spinach bed. Then add in your pecans.
    • Lastly, prepare your salad dressing: In a small bowl add in your avocado or olive oil, apple cider vinegar, fig balsamic glaze and maple syrup. Using a whisk, mix until well combined. When you are ready to serve your salad, pour the dressing on top and toss your salad. Serve and enjoy!

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    Notes

    Scroll up to see substitutions, variations and storage tips!!!
    If you try this recipe, don’t forget to leave a rating and review! 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 51mgPotassium: 898mgFiber: 5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 4494IUVitamin C: 98mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword Fall salad, vegan
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    FOOD SAFETY

    • Don’t leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    Comments

    1. Teagan Felerski says

      November 26, 2024 at 2:01 am

      5 stars
      I did everything as the recipe says but I added some ground sage and a dash of cayenne pepper roasting the brussel sprouts and acorn squash. I followed everything else the same and this salad was a large hit with a friendsgiving and leftovers with my family!

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      • christina.klapper says

        November 26, 2024 at 2:02 am

        Oh love that addition!!!!! And yay!!! I’m so glad you, your friends and family all loved it 🥰 thank you so much for leaving this review! Means so much!

        Reply

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