Pumpkin Seed Herb Salad Dressing

A special recipe I learned from my time working at Verbena Restaurant in San Francisco, but with a twist! I make this all of the time when we have guests – it’s always a hit. Creamy, high protein, flavorful and healthy! 

Pumpkin seeds are natural parasite-fighters, and are packed with protein. Keep that gut healthy by incorporating them into your diet on a weekly basis! 

High Protein Pumpkin Seed Salad Dressing

Dressing ingredients

• 1 cup pumpkin seeds

• 1 ½ cups boiled water, plus more if needed

• ½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ cup olive oil

• ½ shallot, minced

• 2 cloves garlic, grated

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Freshly ground black pepper

• ½ cup chopped herbs of choice, such as:

• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon5 tablespoons chopped fresh dillPulse everything well in a blender or food processor. Taste and adjust to taste. Keep fresh in the refrigerator, and then toss on a simple salad when you’re ready to eat!