Bush-Spiced Pumpkin and Macadamia Salad with Finger Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

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A fresh, vibrant salad combining roasted pumpkin, crunchy macadamias, and a zesty finger lime dressing for a uniquely Australian flavor profile. This Australian-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pumpkin, peeled and cubed, olive oil, ground wattleseed into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups pumpkin, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground wattleseed
4 cups mixed salad greens
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
2 tbsp finger lime pearls
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 3 cups peeled and cubed pumpkin with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground wattleseed, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 2: While pumpkin roasts, prepare dressing by whisking together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, the roasted pumpkin, and 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently to coat.
Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp finger lime pearls over the salad just before serving to add bursts of citrus flavor and texture.