Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Lemon-Shallot Vinaigrette

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Cauliflower and sweet butternut squash roast together until caramelized and tender, then get tossed with peppery arugula, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pecans in this salad. Using pre-chopped butternut squash is a great prep time-saver, but if you’d rather start from a whole squash, go for it! Serve it warm or at room temperature for a satisfying side.

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Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
  • Roasting cauliflower and butternut squash brings out their natural sweetness and nutty flavor.
  • This salad is packed with fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants from cauliflower, squash and arugula.
  • Pre-chopped squash saves time on busy nights. This salad is done, start to finish, in under 30 minutes.
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 small heads cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 6 cups)

  • 2 cups chopped butternut squash (about ¾-inch pieces)

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 2 cups loosely packed arugula

  • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss cauliflower florets, 2 cups squash, 1 tablespoon oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet until evenly coated.

  2. Roast until the vegetables are tender and browned in some spots, about 15 minutes.

    Roasted cauliflower and squash on a baking tray

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

  3. Meanwhile, combine 2 tablespoons shallot, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon mustard and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a small bowl; whisk well.

  4. Place 2 cups arugula and the roasted vegetables in a large serving bowl; toss to combine. Top with ¼ cup goat cheese and 2 tablespoons chopped pecans. Drizzle with the vinaigrette.

EatingWell.com, October 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

140 Calories
11g Fat
10g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size ¾ cup
Calories 140
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Added Sugars 1g 2%
Protein 3g 7%
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Vitamin A 284µg
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 2mg 12%
Folate 43µg
Vitamin K 18µg
Sodium 258mg 11%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 1mg 5%
Magnesium 30mg 7%
Potassium 328mg 7%
Zinc 0mg 4%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.