If you need a quick Monday supper inspiration, you have to try this Southern Quinoa salad using Pecan Oil from Schermer Pecans. Schermer Pecans have been a staple out of Georgia since 1946. Pecan oil is also full of healthy omega 3 and has a light flavor with a high smoke point and is also great to use in making salad dressings. Enjoy, let us know what you think of the recipe!
Quinoa Kale Salad
4 cups baby kale
¾ cups quinoa – cook per package instructions
4 tbs pecan oil
2 tbsp white whine vengar
½ tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper
1 tsp honey
2 tbs red onion, minced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped pecans
½ cup sweet potato, cubed
Roughly chop baby kale and place in a bowl. In a smaller bowl, whisk together pecan oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic and honey. Pour over the kale. Add onion, cranberries, and pecans to the kale and gently toss. Allow quinoa to cool slightly after cooking and add it to the bowl. Toss and serve.
