Discover the Perfect Fall Flavors with Autumn Harvest Pasta Salad

Introducing: Autumn Harvest Pasta Salad

As the weather cools down and the leaves start to change colors, I am excited to share with you a new recipe that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This Autumn Harvest Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of seasonal flavors and textures that will make a perfect side dish for your next gathering or as a light lunch on a crisp afternoon.

To start this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• farfalle pasta (250g)
• butternut squash (300g, cubed)
• dried cranberries (50g)
• pecans (50g, toasted)
• feta cheese (100g, crumbled)
• baby spinach (100g)
• olive oil
• balsamic vinegar
• salt and pepper

Gather your kitchen tools:

• large pot
• baking sheet
• mixing bowl
• spatula
• knife
• cutting board

Start by cooking the farfalle pasta according to the package instructions. While the pasta is cooking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spread the cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked farfalle pasta, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, crumbled feta cheese, and baby spinach. Drizzle with a mixture of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Serve this Autumn Harvest Pasta Salad as a side dish for a cozy dinner or pack it up for a picnic in the park. The flavors of the sweet butternut squash, tart cranberries, crunchy pecans, and creamy feta cheese all come together beautifully in this dish.

The approximate total weight of the cooked dish is 750g, with about 6 servings. Each serving weighs around 125g and is approximately 300 calories.

One clever tip for this recipe is to sprinkle some pumpkin seeds on top for an extra crunch and nuttiness that really enhances the autumn flavors in this dish.

I hope you give this Autumn Harvest Pasta Salad a try and enjoy the delightful combination of fall ingredients. Feel free to customize it with your favorite seasonal additions and make it your own. Happy cooking!