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Broccoli, Apple, & Cheddar Salad with Creamy Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 salads

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup pecans roughly chopped
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 2 apples cored and diced
  • 6 ounces mild or sharp cheddar cubed
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • Creamy Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
  • 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F then grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the chickpeas on the baking sheet and coat in one half of a tablespoon of olive oil. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli to a separate baking dish/sheet and coat with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and salt & pepper. After the timer is up for 10 minutes, add the broccoli to the oven (leaving chickpeas in the oven as well) and bake for additional 12 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, toss the pecans with the second half of a tablespoon of olive oil, maple syrup and a pinch of salt. After the 12 minutes is up, add the pecans to the baking sheet with the chickpeas and continue to cook for 6-7 additional minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the dressing by stirring all ingredients together in a small bowl and then layer the spinach into separate serving bowls.
  • Remove the broccoli, chickpeas, and pecans from the oven and arrange on top of the spinach. Top with diced apple and cheddar cheese and serve with dressing.
  • To save for later, place everything except for the apples and the dressing in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add apples and dressing when ready to serve.