AUTUMN GREENS SALAD WITH SUNFLOWER SEEDS

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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

Khadija Muslim
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I'm not a big fan of apples in salads, but I loved them in this one.


Aaron Z
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover greens.


Noman Bhai
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's so light and flavorful.


Ali Me
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Serwada Fred
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Peace04
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Mohammed Kola
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I'm not a fan of goat cheese, so I used feta cheese instead. It was still delicious!


Pablo Valverde
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Dembe
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The apples and pears add a nice sweetness, while the greens and dressing add a savory flavor.


Mpho Machete
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover greens. I usually have a bunch of kale or spinach that I need to use up, and this salad is a perfect way to do it.


Sebi Horumba
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is actually really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the apples and pears add a nice sweetness. I also like the crunch of the sunflower seeds.


Sherry Hinojosa
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever greens I have on hand. I also like to add some chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.


Oluwamayowa Adisa
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I especially liked the dressing, which was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Sherazk Gujjar
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This salad was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The sweetness of the apples and pears paired beautifully with the bitterness of the greens and the crunch of the sunflower seeds. I also loved the addition of th