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Raw Butternut Squash Salad with Maple-Cinnamon Vinaigrette Recipe
by Vicki S Challancin

Raw Butternut Squash Salad with Maple-Cinnamon Vinaigrette

I found this wonderful raw butternut squash recipe at Choosingraw.com, inspired by Mark Bittman from the NYTimes. A sharp vinaigrette with fresh herbs also is wonderful with raw butternut squash.

Rating: 4/5
Avg. 4/5 1 vote
Prep time: United States American
  Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and seeded
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or mint (I used cilantro)
  • Maple-Cinnamon Vinaigrette:
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2-3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar (start with two)
  • ¼ cup grade B maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 Tablespoons water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Grate the squash using the larges holes of a box grater. Combine the squash, dried cranberries, salt and black pepper in a bowl. Add vinaigrette to taste. Toss, taste, and adjust the seasoning. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro; serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to several hours.
  2. To make the vinaigrette: Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Add a small amount of additional water to thin, if necessary--but it probably won't be.