Gluten-Free Crispy Pecan and Sunflower Seed Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nourishing Gluten-Free Crispy Pecan and Sunflower Seed Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing. Packed with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this recipe combines toasted pecans and sunflower seeds for an irresistible crunch, complemented by creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp salad greens. The tangy and slightly sweet honey-mustard dressing ties everything together, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for a light lunch or as an elegant side dish. Plus, it's completely gluten-free, making it a fantastic option for any dietary needs. Serve it fresh and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup Pecans
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a small non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the pecans and sunflower seeds to the pan. Toast them for about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 3

Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the bowl with the salad greens.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Drizzle the honey-mustard dressing over the salad greens and toss gently to coat the salad evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted pecans and sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.

Step 8

Serve immediately for optimal freshness and crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(754.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1768.3

Total Fat 156.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 42.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1959.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.0g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.7mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2383.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.1%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 18.3%