Quinoa Apple Salad: A Fruity, Fresh & Flavor-Packed Favorite
Quinoa Apple Salad: A Fruity, Fresh & Flavor-Packed Favorite is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the nutty flavor of quinoa with the sweetness of crunchy apples and the tangy allure of a maple Dijon vinaigrette. This delightful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals, making it an ideal choice for lunch, meal prep, or as a colorful side at gatherings. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for busy days or impressing guests at your next event.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
- ¾ cup tricolor quinoa, rinsed
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 1 gala apple, diced
- ¼ cup celery, diced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ 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
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa and cranberries. Cover and remove from heat; let stand for 15 minutes.
- While quinoa rests, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a large bowl. Stir in apples, celery, parsley, and walnuts.
- Pour dressing over the salad and mix until well combined. Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg