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 combines the nutty goodness of quinoa with the crisp sweetness of apples and tart cranberries, all coated in a zesty maple Dijon vinaigrette. This salad is not only visually appealing but also loaded with health benefits, making it perfect for lunch, meal prep, or as a colorful side at any gathering. With its delicious blend of flavors and textures, this salad stands out as a refreshing option for any occasion, from casual lunches to festive dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup tricolor quinoa
- 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 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
- Cook quinoa in vegetable broth until fluffy; mix in cranberries and let stand.
- Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
- Combine cooked quinoa with diced apple, celery, parsley, and walnuts in a large bowl.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg