Chopped Apple Quinoa and Pecan Salad
This Chopped Apple Quinoa and Pecan Salad is perfect for your next get-together, full of color, nutrition, and flavor, it's sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Salad/Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, pecan, quinoa, salad
Servings: 10 -12
Author: Kaylee Pauley
- 6-8 cups organic mixed greens chopped
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 granny smith apples {or apple of choice} peeled and chopped
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- Hendrickson's Sweet Vinegar and Oil Salad Dressing { available at kroger or dressing of choice}
Rinse quinoa, then add to 1 cup water in small/medium pot, bring to a boil and simmer 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Chop organic greens, apples and pecans.
Add greens to large bowl, top with cooled quinoa, dried cranberries, feta cheese, apples and pecans. Toss to mix well.
Stir in 1/4-1/3 cup dressing, continue to toss until well combined. {OR serve without dressing and allow individuals to add their own. Serves 10-12 as a side.
Store leftovers in refrigerator.