Quinoa Broccoli Salad with a Honey Mustard Dressing

Serves 4-6

Salad Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa, cooked according to package instructions

• 1 can of chickpeas, drained & rinsed

• 2 heads of broccoli, thinly sliced & then roughly chopped

• 1/4 red onion, finely diced

• 1/2 cup roasted, unsalted sunflower seeds + more for sprinkling on top

• 4-6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

• 2 apples, diced

Dressing Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Mix salad ingredients together in a large bowl.

2. Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small container.

3. Pour dressing over salad and mix thoroughly to combine.