Cranberry Orange Walnut Quinoa Salad
Cranberry Orange Walnut Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of dried cranberries, the crunch of walnuts, and the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice. This nutritious salad features fluffy quinoa as a base, making it perfect for a light meal or as a colorful side dish at any gathering. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests or elevate your lunch routine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa with cranberries and walnuts. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg