Best 2 Red Quinoa And Citrus Salad Recipes

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RED QUINOA AND MANGO SALAD



Red Quinoa and Mango Salad image

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup red quinoa
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 orange bell pepper, finely diced
1 mango, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Rinse the quinoa in a strainer several times with cold water. In a medium pot over medium-high heat, add 1 1/4 cups water and bring to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, and turn off the heat. Allow the quinoa to steam until the water has been absorbed completely and the quinoa grains pop open, 10 to 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the vinegar, mustard, garlic, shallot, 2 teaspoons salt and 5 to 6 turns freshly ground black pepper. While pouring in a slow, steady stream, whisk in the olive oil until fully incorporated and lightly emulsified. Add the peppers, mango, mint and quinoa. Toss to combine well and serve.

RED QUINOA AND AVOCADO SALAD



Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad image

A tasty combination of quinoa, avocado, cumin, and lime juice with fresh veggies for a delicious meal!

Provided by Gitano

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup red quinoa
⅔ cup water
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup diced cucumber
¼ cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin seed
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Spread into a mixing bowl, and refrigerate until cold.
  • Once the quinoa has chilled, gently stir in the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Season with lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Divide the spinach leaves onto salad plates, and top with the quinoa salad. Garnish with the avocado slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 45.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

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