QUINOA WILTED SPINACH SALAD
Get all the nutritious benefits of quinoa, spinach and cranberries paired with the crunchy texture of nuts in this easy and scrumptious salad. A light, flavorful dressing splashed with citrus tops everything off! -Sharon Ricci, Mendon, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork., In a large bowl, combine the warm quinoa, spinach and cranberries. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, orange juice, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir in onion. Pour over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Jude Uzochukwu Iwu
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I like to make this salad for lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.
abdallah mohamed
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I love the combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries. The dressing is also very tasty. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Alfred Jua
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially love the combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries. The dressing is also very tasty. I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit.
Lizzy Mtingwende
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I like to make this salad for lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.
Sathes Kumar
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries is unique and flavorful. The dressing is also very tasty. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Vicky Voneye
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's healthy and delicious, and it's a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I also love that it's a versatile recipe. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Kingsley Ugwu
[email protected]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 spinach was also very fresh and flavorful. The dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely b
Carmarius Suelonius
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I like to make this salad for lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.
Nikko
[email protected]I'm a big fan of quinoa salads, and this one is no exception. It's packed with flavor and texture, and the dressing is delicious. I especially love the addition of cranberries and walnuts. They add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Chukwuemeka James
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I like to make this salad for lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.
Ryan Bourassa
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I love the combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries. The dressing is also very tasty. I will definitely be making this salad again.
mama carebear
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially love the combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries. The dressing is also very tasty. I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit.
Abdur Rehan Abbasi
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I like to make this salad for lunch or dinner. It's also a great option for a potluck or picnic.
mamun vai
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of quinoa, spinach, and cranberries is unique and flavorful. The dressing is also very tasty. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Okeleke Oluchukwu
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's healthy and delicious, and it's a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I also love that it's a versatile recipe. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
RDX Rashed
[email protected]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 spinach was also very fresh and flavorful. The dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely b
Bongiwe Tshangase
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love that it's packed with healthy ingredients, and it's a great way to get my daily dose of veggies. I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit.
Sshamishami55 Shami
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are so well-balanced, and the salad is so refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.
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