CRANBERRY ORANGE QUINOA SALAD

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Categories     Apple

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa
2 cup water
2 large leaves of kale
2 cup cranberries, fresh
2 TBS extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp honey
2 TBS orange zest, grated
6 small oranges
1/4 cup mixed nuts
1/4 cup pomegranate arils
1/4 cup mint, fresh, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring to boil: 2 cup water When water is boiling, transfer rinsed quinoa and return to boil.Cover, reduce heat to low and continue to cook until the water is gone and quinoa is cooked, about 12-15 minutes. Wash, remove from stems and finely chop: 2 large leaves of kale Pulse in a food processor to coarsely chop: 2 cup cranberries, fresh 2 TBS extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp honey When quinoa is done, transfer to a mixing bowl and mix with chopped kale. Allow to cool to room temperature. Stir in with the quinoa: 2 TBS orange zest , grated Peel and coarsely chop: 6 small oranges When quinoa is cooled completely, gently stir in the oranges and cranberry mixture. Stir in: 1/4 cup mixed nuts 1/4 cup pomegranate arils 1/4 cup mint, fresh , chopped Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Jaweid Pasha
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Overall, I really enjoyed this salad. It's a great way to mix up your usual salad routine.


Ethan Deluis
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Shafqat Shaheen
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


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I love the crunch of the walnuts in this salad. They add a nice textural contrast.


Lord 1up
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Angela Chavers
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more seasoning.


Srdjan Topalovic
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This salad is a bit too tart for my taste, but I think I'll try it again with less orange juice.


WETAKA NASURU
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I made this salad for a holiday party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Korshed 37
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries and oranges.


JhaTiyal King
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. The quinoa is cooked perfectly and it has a great texture.


Casey Walker
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with nutrients.


Rikhi Sharma
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I love the bright and tangy flavor of this salad. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Avit Jeshi
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rob C
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of cranberries, oranges, and quinoa is so refreshing and flavorful.


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