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PUMPKIN SEED SPINACH SALAD

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Here's a fresh new use for pumpkin seeds kernels. This sweet, light and tasty salad is studded with cranberries for attactive color. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch cayenne pepper
DRESSING:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
SALAD:
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, toast seeds over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add sugar and seasonings. Continue to cook and stir until sugar melts, about 4 minutes. Spread mixture on waxed paper to cool., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until smooth. In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, cheese and pumpkin seeds. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PUMPKIN SALAD

Pumpkin Salad image

Jazz up a classic fall veggie by serving it salad-style. Pecans lend crunch while gingerroot, cumin and cilantro bring a pleasing medley of flavors. -June Gaden, Adelaide, Australia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups cubed peeled pie pumpkin
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot

Steps:

Place pumpkin cubes on a baking sheet. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until tender. Cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine the sunflower kernels, pecans, cilantro, onion and pumpkin. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cumin and ginger. Pour over pumpkin mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.