Gut-Healthy Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad + Warm Cider Dressing » So Fresh N So Green

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized butternut squash, peeled, seeded and chopped into bite sized squares
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• sea salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup sprouted quinoa
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 cup leafy salad greens
• 1/2 cup pecans
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 of an organic honey crisp apple, cored and chopped
• 1/4 cup organic feta
• Optional Add- In’s — sliced avocado, shredded/roasted chicken, fresh herbs like basil, etc.
• 1 cup apple cider (look for one with no added sugar, I like this brand )
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp minced shallots
• 2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp sea salt
• black pepper to taste
• Optional 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey for a slightly sweet factor