WINTER FRUIT SALAD

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This is a salad with quinoa. It is a grain that is similar to rice and couscous and is available in most health food stores.

Provided by Barrett

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ⅓ cups quinoa, rinsed
1 ½ cups water
2 kumquats - seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup olive oil
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 Bosc pear - peeled, cored and chopped
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup trimmed and coarsely chopped watercress

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, combine the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress and toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 166.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Aniqa Rehman
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This salad is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients together and have a delicious salad in minutes.


Amber Thacker
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I love the combination of fruits in this salad. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


CTL HUMAYUN Khan
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits. It's also a delicious and refreshing snack or side dish.


farvez khan
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I made this salad for my kids and they loved it! They especially loved the colorful fruits and the sweet dressing. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


opendra mahato
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I'm always looking for new and healthy snacks, and this fruit salad is perfect! It's packed with vitamins and minerals, and it's also incredibly delicious. I love the variety of fruits and the tangy dressing.


Umar Iqbal
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This fruit salad is a great way to use up leftover fruits. I had some apples, oranges, and grapes that were about to go bad, so I threw them all together with some honey and lemon juice. It turned out delicious!


Kelly Long
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


fatma hussein
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This is the best fruit salad I've ever had! The fruits were so fresh and ripe, and the dressing was perfectly balanced. I loved the addition of the nuts and seeds, which added a nice crunch and texture.


Akpos Rapheal
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of fruits was perfect, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again!


Hamza BAGROU
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This salad was a hit at my holiday party! The colors of the fruits were so vibrant and inviting, and the flavors were absolutely delicious. Everyone raved about it, and I'm already planning to make it again for my next gathering.


Amar Chhetri
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I tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! The fruits were perfectly ripe and juicy, and the dressing was just the right amount of tangy and sweet. My family and friends loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.


sfsumon 54
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This fruit salad was a delightful and refreshing treat! The combination of seasonal fruits created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The dressing added a touch of sweetness and acidity, perfectly complementing the natural flavors o


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