Description
Quinoa Apple Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa with the crisp sweetness of apples and the tartness of cranberries. This vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile, making it perfect for any meal occasion, whether as a light lunch or a delightful side. The addition of candied walnuts adds a satisfying crunch, while a zesty vinaigrette brings all the flavors together beautifully. With minimal preparation and cooking time, this easy recipe allows you to enjoy a healthy meal in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup tricolor quinoa (rinsed)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 gala apple (diced)
- 1/4 cup celery (diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup candied walnuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil and add rinsed quinoa and dried cranberries. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
- While waiting, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- In a large salad bowl, combine cooked quinoa with dressing and gently fold in diced apple, celery, parsley, and candied walnuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg