Ingredients

The following ingredients have 1 Servings
  • 3 cup spinach (OR spring mix, lightly packed)
  • 1/4 cup quinoa (cooked)
  • 1 small apple (cut into chunks)
  • 2 tbsp pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 3 tbsp dried cranberries
  • 3 tbsp pecans (halves or chopped)
  • 1 tsp shallot (minced)
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • pinch salt
  • pinch black pepper

Instruction

  • Add greens to a large dinner plate or salad bowl. Top with the cooked (and cooled) quinoa, apple chunks, pepitas, dried cranberries and pecans.
  • To make the vinaigrette, combine the shallot and vinegar in a small mixing bowl, whisk to combine. Slowly add the olive oil by pouring in a steady stream, whisking vigorously until emulsified. Drizzle the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.