Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Candied Bacon
Total Time
55 minutes
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Rating
4.73 out of 5 stars
(29)
Ingredients
6 servings
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups cubed butternut squash
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 6-8 slices bacon, chopped (omit if vegetarian)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or sage
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 box orzo pasta
- 2 cups shredded or torn kale
- 1/2 cup roasted pepitas
- 6 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fig preserves (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- salt and black pepper
- chili flakes
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