RAW BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD WITH RAISINS AND GINGER

Raw Butternut Squash Salad With Raisins and Ginger image

This is a very simple yet very delicious salad, and it appeals to ominvores and vegans. The natural sweetness of raisins and squash are cut through by sherry vinegar and black pepper, and ginger lends complexity.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 butternut squash about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled, seeded and grated
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 to 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, or to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine the squash, raisins, oil, vinegar and ginger in a salad bowl; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss, then taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to several hours.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 238, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 383 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams