Apple & Walnut Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar Dressing

Credits to Ceres Organic

Ingredients

• 1 cup White Quinoa
• 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard (Ceres Organics)
• 1 tbsp  Pure Maple Syrup
• ½ tbsp crushed garlic
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 medium apple
• 3 cups mesclun salad leaves
• ¾ medium red onion (optional) 

Method

1. Cook the quinoa as per packet instructions.
2. Make the dressing by whisking the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup and garlic together until smooth.
3. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast for around 2-5 minutes or until browned and fragrant. Stir or toss occasionally to prevent burning.
4. Finely slice the red onion and chop the apple into chunks.
5. Toss all the salad ingredients together and drizzle over dressing. Serve immediately.