Best 3 Apple And Sunflower Seed Salad Recipes

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Craving a delectable and refreshing salad that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite? Look no further than this Apple and Sunflower Seed Salad, a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will elevate your lunch or dinner spread. This vibrant salad features crisp and juicy apples, nutty sunflower seeds, tangy cranberries, and a hint of sweetness from honey, all tossed in a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, this culinary masterpiece is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

In addition to the classic Apple and Sunflower Seed Salad, this article offers a delightful array of variations to suit your preferences. For a vegan twist, try the Vegan Apple and Sunflower Seed Salad, where a creamy avocado dressing replaces the lemon-tahini dressing. If you're watching your carbs, the Low-Carb Apple and Sunflower Seed Salad is a perfect choice, featuring a dressing made with olive oil and apple cider vinegar. And for those who love a touch of spice, the Spicy Apple and Sunflower Seed Salad incorporates a dash of cayenne pepper into the dressing, adding a subtle warmth to the dish.

Each variation offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring that there's a salad to suit every palate. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or simply seeking a healthy and flavorful addition to your meal, these Apple and Sunflower Seed Salads are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling refreshed, satisfied, and utterly delighted.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH RED GRAPES, BACON, AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS



Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds image

Try a flavor from the beaches of the eastern shore. This refreshing yet hearty family recipe has been adopted into the families of all of our friends. We never steam a bushel of crabs without having a huge bowl of this salad and corn on the cob on the table. This dish is simply mandatory at every BBQ, potluck or pitch-in event. Give it a try!

Provided by Coastal Roots

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices bacon
⅓ cup sunflower seed kernels
1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
⅓ cup diced red onion
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble 7 slices of bacon; mix with sunflower seeds in a resealable bag.
  • Combine broccoli, onion, and grapes in a bowl.
  • Crumble the remaining bacon slice. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and black pepper together in a bowl; fold in the 1 slice crumbled bacon. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat evenly. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 2 hours.
  • Sprinkle bacon-sunflower seed mixture over salad before serving; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 382.4 mg, Sugar 8 g

SUNFLOWER STRAWBERRY SALAD



Sunflower Strawberry Salad image

We have an annual strawberry festival in our town, so recipes with strawberries are popular here. I've served this salad at luncheons and have always received a lot of compliments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 medium apple, diced
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup strawberry yogurt
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine strawberries, apple, grapes, celery and raisins. Stir in the yogurt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Add sunflower kernels and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AUTUMN GREENS SALAD WITH SUNFLOWER SEEDS



Autumn Greens Salad with Sunflower Seeds image

In this salad of hearty autumn greens, sunflower seeds and oil provide a deep, nutty flavor and are packed with vitamin E. Cold-pressed sunflower oil is available at some health food and import stores.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup raw sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 large lemon)
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons sunflower oil, preferably cold-pressed
1/2 pound brussels sprouts, very thinly sliced (3 cups)
4 to 6 leaves of leafy greens such as Swiss chard and kale (preferably lacinato), stemmed and thinly sliced (3 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toast sunflower seeds on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer until golden, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. Meanwhile, stir mustard, lemon juice, salt, and maple syrup together in a small bowl; whisk in oil until emulsified.
  • Toss brussels sprouts, chard, and kale together. Stir in sunflower seeds and pour in dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, Sodium 372 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples are all good choices.
  • Toast the sunflower seeds before adding them to the salad. This will give them a nutty flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Add a handful of dried cranberries or raisins to the salad for a touch of sweetness.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme or rosemary instead.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This apple and sunflower seed salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it is a good source of fiber. The salad is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this apple and sunflower seed salad a try.

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