Pumpkin Seed Spinach Salad

Name: Pumpkin Seed Spinach Salad
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; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

15 ingredients

2 steps

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
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

1

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.
2

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.