Quinoa Apple Salad: A Fruity, Fresh & Flavor-Packed Favorite
Quinoa Apple Salad: A Fruity, Fresh & Flavor-Packed Favorite is the perfect dish to elevate any meal. This vibrant salad combines the nutty taste of quinoa with sweet apples and tangy cranberries, creating a delightful flavor profile. The unique maple Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together, ensuring every bite is refreshing and nutritious. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also visually appealing with its colorful ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Whisking
- 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 into ¼-inch cubes
- ¼ cup celery, diced into ¼-inch cubes
- 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 and rinsed quinoa to a boil. Stir in cranberries and cover. Remove from heat; let sit for 15 minutes. Fluff quinoa with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper.
- Add diced apple, celery, parsley, and walnuts to the quinoa. Pour the dressing over and toss until combined.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg