QUINOA SALAD WITH MINT, ALMONDS AND CRANBERRIES

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Categories     Berry     Carrot     Leafy Green     Mint     Nut     Tomato     Thanksgiving

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup quinoa
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup mint leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup kale, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup carrots, sliced
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1 scallion, thinly sliced
10 grape tomatoes, halved
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 recipe (to taste) salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Add quinoa, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 13 minutes.
  • Stir in olive oil; fluff quinoa with a fork. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • Stir mint, almonds, dried cranberries, kale, carrots, celery, scallion, grape tomatoes, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season to taste with salt and ground black pepper.

SAMUEL SUBULOYE
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks.


Shehab Emad
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I love how versatile this salad is.


Rihan Rihan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


SHANKAR ROY
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I've also added chopped avocado to this salad.


Mbuyiselo pretty Mbambo
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I like to add a bit of feta cheese to this salad.


roman davis
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic.


Malik Zulfiqar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Amauri Bw
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The cranberries add a pop of sweetness to this salad.


Miranda Curry
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The almonds add a nice crunch to this salad.


Thomas Patterson
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I love the addition of mint to this salad.


Scottish Stacee
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This is one of my favorite quinoa salad recipes.


Suhail Shaji
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success.


Rodney W
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tuuroa Tanekaha
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit!


ahmed alazbat
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This salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.


Negumbo Phillipus
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad.


Emma Hess
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This quinoa salad is a great make-ahead lunch or dinner option.