Paleo Crispy Pecan and Sunflower Seed Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Paleo Crispy Pecan and Sunflower Seed Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing. Packed with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion, this dish is brought to life with the irresistible crunch of toasted pecans and sunflower seeds. The homemade honey-mustard dressing, featuring the perfect balance of tangy apple cider vinegar, rich olive oil, and natural sweetness from honey, ties all the flavors together beautifully. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this paleo-friendly salad is ideal for a light lunch or side dish and is sure to impress with its fresh textures and bold flavors. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts and lovers of wholesome, flavorful meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cups Pecans
- 0.25 cups Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the salad components: Rinse the mixed salad greens and pat them dry using a kitchen towel. Place them into a large salad bowl.
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans until they are fragrant and golden, about 3-4 minutes. Shake the skillet occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
In the same skillet, toast the sunflower seeds for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden. Set them aside with the pecans.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad greens.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add those to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad ingredients in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar until thoroughly combined. Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour the honey-mustard dressing over the mixed salad ingredients in the large bowl.
Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients and ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.
Top the salad with the toasted pecans and sunflower seeds before serving.
Serve the salad immediately for the best crispy texture and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.0 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1967 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
