11/21/2023

Brussels Sprouts, Pear, Quinoa Salad, Dried Cherries, Lemon Dressing

Raw, shaved brussels sprouts make the perfect base for this seasonal salad.

Portion Size: 1/2 cup
Makes 11 servings

Ingredients

Maple Spiced Sunflower Seeds:

1/2 cup pure maple syrup

1/8 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

1/8 tsp cumin

2 cups sunflower seeds, hulled, unsalted

Lemon Herb Dressing

2 1/2 tsp. oregano, fresh, chopped

2 1/2 tsp. basil, fresh, chopped

1/4 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. black pepper

2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

1/3 cup lemon juice

Remaining Ingredients:

1 cup pear, cored, sliced

1-1/2 tsp. lemon juice

3 cups brussels sprouts, shredded

1/2 cup maple spiced sunflower seeds

2 cups quinoa, cooked, cooled

1/2 cup dried cherries

1/8 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. black pepper

1/2 cup lemon herb dressing

Instructions

1. Prepare Sunflower Seeds: In a sauté pan, whisk together maple syrup, salt, cayenne and cumin. Reduce by about 50%. Stir in sunflower seeds. Continue to cook until maple syrup is mostly coating sunflower seeds. Place on a parchment lined sheet tray and bake in a 325°F oven until crisp; about 10 minutes. Maple sunflower seeds will continue to harden as they cool. Break into small pieces. You will only need 1/2 cup for this recipe, save extra for a later date!

2. Prepare Dressing: Whisk oregano, basil, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice until combined.

3. Prepare Salad: Toss pears with lemon juice. In a bowl, toss together brussels sprouts, maple spiced sunflower seeds, quinoa, dried cherries, salt, pepper, and dressing until combined. Keep refrigerated until serving.

Nutrition Information per Serving: 150 calories, 5g fat, 0.5g saturated fat, 90mg sodium, 3g protein, 24g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 10g sugar

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