Quinoa Apple Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This Quinoa Apple Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the flavors of quinoa, apples, cranberries, and walnuts. The quinoa is cooked until fluffy and then mixed with diced apples, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and a tangy lemon dressing. It can be served as a side dish or a light lunch. This salad is packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice for any meal.

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Non Vegdiet
40minstotal
20minsPrep
20minsCook
40m.total
20m.Prep
20m.Cook
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Ingredients for Quinoa Apple Salad Recipe

  • 0.17 cup Quinoa
  • 0.33 cup Water
  • 0.33 Apples, Diced
  • 0.08 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 0.08 cup Chopped Walnuts
  • 0.33 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.33 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.17 tablespoon Honey
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions: Quinoa Apple Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
  • STEP 2.In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  • STEP 3.Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to low.
  • STEP 4.Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
  • STEP 5.Remove from heat and let it cool.
  • STEP 6.In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced apples, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts.
  • STEP 7.In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • STEP 8.Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  • STEP 9.Serve the quinoa apple salad chilled or at room temperature.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover quinoa apple salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Before serving, give it a good stir and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Serve the chilled or room temperature salad as a side dish or a light lunch.
Nutrition
value
392
calories per serving
23 g Fat13 g Protein33 g Carbs11 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    23g
  • Protein
    13g
  • Carbs
    33g
  • Fiber
    11g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    33g
  • Protein
    13g
  • Fiber
    11g

Fats

  • Fat
    23g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    196mg
  • Iron
    7mg
  • Vitamin A
    3925mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    255mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    62mg
  • Vitamin E
    5mg
  • Copper
    196mcg
  • Magnesium
    175mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    188mg
  • Selenium
    13mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp