This autumnal salad combines crisp lettuce with sweet pumpkin, creamy feta, and fresh figs. The blend of sweet and savory flavors, along with crunchy walnuts, makes this salad an absolute highlight in the cooler seasons.
Whether as a light main meal or as a sophisticated side dish – this salad is versatile, healthy and quick to prepare.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 1 head of lettuce (e.g. Lollo Rosso)
- 100 g lamb's lettuce
- 50 g walnuts
- 400 g Hokkaido pumpkin (diced)
- 150g feta
- 1 pear
- 4 fresh figs
For the dressing:
- 8 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- Pepper (to taste)
preparation
1. Prepare the salad:
Wash the lettuce and lamb's lettuce thoroughly, cut into bite-sized pieces and divide between 4 plates.
2. Sauté the pumpkin:
Cook the diced Hokkaido pumpkin either in the air fryer or fry it in a pan with a little oil until it is lightly golden brown and soft (about 10 minutes).
3. Cut fruit and feta:
Wash the figs and pear, cut into pieces and cut the feta into cubes.
4. Arrange the salad:
Arrange the pumpkin cubes, pear pieces, figs, feta and walnuts decoratively over the salad.
5. Prepare the dressing:
For the dressing, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour the finished dressing evenly over the salad.
Tips & Variations
- Pumpkin alternative: Instead of Hokkaido, you can also use butternut squash to give the salad a different flavor.
- Vegan version: Replace the feta with a plant-based alternative and use agave syrup instead of honey in the dressing to create a vegan version.
- Extra crunch: Add roasted sunflower seeds or pine nuts to make the salad even crunchier.
Serving suggestion
Serve the autumnal salad on Springlane's elegant Misty Cliff plates to stylishly showcase the fresh colors of the dish. The rustic look of the plates harmonizes beautifully with the autumnal ingredients and gives the dish a particularly appealing appearance. For a complete flavor experience, serve with fresh baguette or crusty whole-grain bread.
Conclusion
This autumnal salad with pumpkin and feta is not only a feast for the palate, but also a feast for the eyes. The varied textures and flavors—from sweet figs to creamy feta to crunchy walnuts—make it a highlight of any meal.
Try it and enjoy a healthy, colorful salad that will delight you not only in autumn, but all year round!
