Mix dressing ingredients together in a small jar. Shaking well to combine, it may settle too so shake it before using it as well.
Roast butternut squash or sweet potatoes. Preheat oven to 425. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread butternut squash pieces over it. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Layer salad in a bowl. First lettuce mix. Then across the top place each of the toppings in a row: apple slices, turkey pieces, bacon bits, dried cranberries, feta/gouda, and butternut squash.
Drizzle dressing over right before serving, or use your favorite balsamic vinaigrette.