Description
A simple, refreshing salad combining cooked quinoa with tart cranberries and crisp apples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 large apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa well under cold water.
- Combine quinoa and water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped apple, dried cranberries, and nuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- You can toast the nuts lightly before adding them for extra flavor.
- Substitute dried cherries for cranberries if desired.
- For a sweeter dressing, add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: cranberry, apple, quinoa, salad, healthy, side dish, vegetarian