MANGO QUINOA SALAD

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This dish is as healthy as it is colorful!

Provided by Mazola

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Mazola®

Time 42m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quinoa
3 mangoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped cucumber
½ cup diced red bell pepper
⅓ cup chopped green onions
2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
¼ cup Mazola® Corn Oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mango chutney
¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Fine Grind Black Pepper
1 ½ teaspoons Spice Islands® Curry Powder
¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Mustard
¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Ginger

Steps:

  • Heat water and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to boil. Add quinoa and cook until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Add mango, cucumber, red pepper and onion to quinoa. Mix well.
  • To make dressing: Blend oil, vinegar, chutney, black pepper, curry, mustard and ginger in a food processor. Add 1/4 cup dressing to quinoa mixture. Stir to coat. Spoon quinoa salad over spinach OR mix spinach with quinoa mixture. Drizzle with remaining dressing. Chill if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 202.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

mdyousuf prodhanbsd
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The salad was still delicious!


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


Udobi Ifeanyi
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I'm always looking for new ways to use mango, and this salad is a great option. It's sweet, tangy, and refreshing.


Ssembajjwe Brian
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start your day.


Usman G
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and inviting.


John Swain
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead dish, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


it's Facts
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but it was cooked perfectly in this recipe. The dressing is also delicious and really brings the whole dish together.


MDAKSh Hassan
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This is my new favorite salad. I love the sweet and tangy flavors, and the quinoa adds a nice crunch. It's the perfect side dish for any summer meal.


Reben Jan
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, even the kids! It's so easy to make and packed with flavor.


Beretta The Duelist!
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the combination of sweet mango, crunchy quinoa, and tangy dressing. It's the perfect summer dish!


LaDiamond B. (Diamond)
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This mango quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the vibrant flavors and unique combination of ingredients. I especially loved the tangy dressing, which perfectly complemented the sweet mango and crunchy quinoa. Will definit