QUINOA-ALMOND SALAD

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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this nutty quinoa-almond salad recipe that's ready in less than an hour - perfect for a side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely shredded carrot (about 1 small)
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted*
1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons canola or soybean oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper

Steps:

  • Heat quinoa, water and salt to boiling in 2-quart saucepan, stirring once or twice; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.
  • Remove saucepan from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff quinoa with fork; cool 15 minutes.
  • In small bowl, beat all vinaigrette ingredients with whisk.
  • Mix vinaigrette, quinoa and remaining salad ingredients in large bowl. Serve warm, or cover and refrigerate about 4 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Arju Muna
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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved it!


Naruto Uzanaki
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I love that it's so versatile and can be easily customized to my liking.


Mir Abdullah
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious!


MD SHADHIN Hossein
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it travels well.


Md:Soriful islam Sorif
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I love that this salad is made with simple, healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get a nutritious meal on the table quickly.


Aaron Yolamu
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This salad is a great way to change up your lunch routine. It's light and healthy, but still filling.


Joseph Singleterry
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes. This one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful.


Marco polo Vondoo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nageena Bebe
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it holds up well in the heat.


Parmila Dhimal
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


Victory Onyekachi
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I'm not a big fan of almonds, so I substituted walnuts in this salad. It was still delicious!


Michael Lohr
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


Asim Technical
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I used a different type of dressing on this salad and it was still delicious. It's a very versatile recipe.


Michelle Curry
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to get a healthy protein boost.


Gift Simunyola
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead salad. I like to make it on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Jahir Rahman
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lily Thornsbury
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of quinoa, almonds, and cranberries.


J Patrick Lockhart
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The dressing is so flavorful and the almonds add a nice crunch.


Jona Uluinaceva
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This quinoa salad was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The quinoa was cooked perfectly, and the almonds added a nice crunch. The dressing was light and tangy, and it complemented the salad perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recip