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Quinoa Spinach Salad with Apples, Bacon & White Cheddar

Blossom Lady
Dec 15, 2024 03:19 PM
Quinoa Spinach Salad with Apples, Bacon & White Cheddar

Quinoa Salad with spinach, crisp apples, bacon, white cheddar, pepitas, red onion, and a simple maple mustard dressing. This hearty salad is perfect for fall or any day!

If you are looking for a DELICIOUS fall salad, you’ve come to the right place. This quinoa salad with spinach, crisp apples, smoky bacon, white cheddar, salty pepitas, red onion, and a simple maple mustard dressing is a fall favorite!

The maple balsamic dressing brings warmth and depth to the salad, balancing the flavors perfectly. It is easy to whisk up and is so much better than store bought dressing.

This salad not only looks vibrant with its rich colors but also offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes that celebrate the season!

Enjoy for a light lunch or serve along side any meal. It is the perfect salad for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any fall day!

Ingredients:
For the salad
  • 5 ounces spinach
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups chopped Honeycrisp apples, about 2 medium apples
  • 6 strips cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup cubed white cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup pepitas
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion

For the dressing
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
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