Cumin, Butternut and Watercress salad, with Feta and Pumpkin seeds

A deliciously sweet and savory salad with

loads of texture and crunch..

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Serves: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 butternuts, peeled and cubed
• 45 ml olive oil
• 30 ml cumin seeds
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 bunch watercress
• 200 g Feta cheese, cubed
• 120 g (200 ml) toasted pumpkin seeds 

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the butternut cubes out on an baking tray. Pour over olive oil & add cumin seeds and season well with salt and pepper. Give it a toss to coat.
2. Bake for 1 hour or until the tips are lightly caramelized, Remove from the oven and allow too cool to room temperature.
3. Place the cooled butternut in a bowl with the watercress, Feta cheese and pumpkin seeds. Mix gently and serve immediately.

Credit: https://www.yourfamily.co.za/recipe May 2009, page 73