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Quinoa Apple Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A fresh and hearty quinoa salad with crisp apples, dried cranberries, and candied walnuts, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Broth and grains

  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup tricolor quinoa, (rinsed)

Dried cranberries

  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Fruits and vegetables

  • 1 gala apple apple, (diced into 1/4 inch cubes)
  • 1/4 cup celery, (diced into 1/4 inch cubes)

Herbs and nuts

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup candied walnuts

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Bring broth and quinoa to a boil, add cranberries, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 15 minutes, then fluff and transfer to a bowl.
  • Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, mustard, vinegar, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  • Mix the cooked quinoa with the vinaigrette, then add diced apple, celery, parsley, and walnuts. Serve at desired temperature.

Notes

For added flavor, toast the walnuts before adding.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, Quinoa, Salad