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Quinoa Apple Salad

Quinoa Apple Salad: A Fresh Twist on Your Favorite Salad

Quinoa Apple Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish featuring nutty quinoa, crisp apples, and tangy cranberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa use tricolor quinoa for extra color
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 medium Gala apples chopped
  • ½ cup Dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup Candied walnuts optional
  • 1 cup Celery chopped, optional
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley chopped
For the Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive oil high-quality recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 pinch Allspice or cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Small Bowl
  • Large salad bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with vegetable broth in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Once quinoa has cooled slightly, transfer to a large salad bowl. Add chopped apples, cranberries, celery, parsley, and walnuts. Mix gently to combine.
  4. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa before cooking to avoid bitterness. Store dressing separately until ready to serve for best texture.

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