Butternut Slaw - Tyler Florence

DrGaellon's Note:

From "Tyler's Ultimate," episode "Sloppy Joes."

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• ½ cup chopped walnuts
• 1 ½ lbs butternut squash (1 medium squash)
• 4 ounces fresh goat cheese , at room temperature
• 1 ½ tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• ½ lemon, juice of
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• kosher salt , to taste
• ground black pepper , to taste
• ½ cup dried sweetened cranberries
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Over medium-low heat, in a dry pan, toast walnuts, shaking pan frequently. Remove nuts to a plate as soon as they begin to smell nutty.
2. Peel squash with a potato peeler or knife. Shred finely using a box grater, mandoline or food processor.
3. In a bowl, whisk together goat cheese, honey, cider vinegar and lemon juice. When smooth, drizzle in olive oil, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Toss squash, walnuts, cranberries and parsley in dressing until fully coated. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Reviews

[UmmBinat]

A different fresh salad, perfect in Autumn. If you think squash can't be eaten raw think of carrots. Try a bite. The toasted walnuts and honey make the recipe in my opinion. I didn't change an ingredient or instruction.