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Quinoa Apple Salad

Quinoa Apple Salad
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A refreshing and heart-healthy quinoa salad featuring crisp apples, dried cranberries, and a tangy maple dijon vinaigrette.

  • Author: Daniel Carter
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook Quinoa Method
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3/4 cup tricolor quinoa, rinsed
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 gala apple, diced into 1/4 inch cubes
1/4 cup celery, diced into 1/4 inch cubes
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 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
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring the vegetable broth and rinsed quinoa to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
  2. Add the cranberries, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  3. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a large salad bowl.
  4. While the quinoa sits, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix the maple dijon vinaigrette into the bowl with the quinoa.
  6. Fold in the diced apple, celery, parsley, and candied walnuts.
  7. Serve hot, room temperature, or cold.

Notes

  • For extra protein, serve with grilled chicken or air-fried tofu.
  • If making ahead, wait to add the walnuts until just before serving to maintain crunch.

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