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feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Goat cheese provides a similar tangy flavor while being lower in calories.

toasted pecans

🥗Healthier: toasted walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and nut-free.

Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.

Peel and cube the butternut squash, then roast until tender and caramelized.

Slice the red onion thinly and soak in cold water to mellow the flavor.

Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Slice the apple into thin wedges, removing the core.

In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, feta cheese, red onion, and apple slices.

Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.

Serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes for flavors to meld.

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