Name: Summer Strawberry & Toasted Pecan Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: Salad Ingredients:; 4 cups arugula; 2 cups sliced strawberries; 4 tbsp hemp seeds; Toasted Pecan Ingredients:; 1/2 cup raw pecan halves; 1 1/2 tbsp melted coconut oil; 1 tbsp coconut sugar; Pinch of sea salt; Pinch of cinnamon; Pinch of cayenne pepper; Dressing Ingredients:; 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; Pinch of sea salt and pepper; 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar; 1-2 Tbsp maple syrup

Summer Strawberry & Toasted Pecan Salad

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients:
4 cups arugula
2 cups sliced strawberries
4 tbsp hemp seeds
Toasted Pecan Ingredients:
1/2 cup raw pecan halves
1 1/2 tbsp melted coconut oil
1 tbsp coconut sugar
Pinch of sea salt
Pinch of cinnamon
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Dressing Ingredients:
3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
2 shallots, thinly sliced
Pinch of sea salt and pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1–2 Tbsp maple syrup

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and place pecans on a parchment-lined baking sheet (tin foil works as well). Roast for 8 minutes.
Add coconut oil, coconut sugar, sea salt, cinnamon and cayenne pepper to a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
Remove toasted pecans from oven and toss with coconut and spice mixture. Spread back onto the baking sheet and toast for approximately another 5 minutes, or until golden brown, being careful not to burn.
Remove pecans from the oven and let cool briefly and then sample to test flavor. Set aside.
Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 Tbsp olive oil and shallot. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3 – 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Add shallot to blender or food processor with balsamic vinegar, 2 Tbsp olive oil, maple syrup and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until completely pureed. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Add arugula, hemp seeds and most of the strawberries and roasted pecans to a large mixing bowl and top with 2-3 Tbsp dressing. Gently toss to combine.
Plate salad and garnish with remaining strawberries and pecans. Serve additional dressing on the side. Serves 2 as an entree, or 4 as a side dish. Best when fresh.