Description
Cranberry Orange Walnut Quinoa Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines tangy cranberries, zesty oranges, and crunchy walnuts for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup fresh oranges, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop the fresh oranges and walnuts. Finely dice the red onion and set aside.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, let it cool slightly before transferring to a large mixing bowl. Add in chopped oranges, dried cranberries, walnuts, and diced onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for about an hour to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - You can substitute walnuts with pecans or add feta cheese for added creaminess. - For extra richness, consider adding diced avocado or using fresh cranberries when in season.