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Quinoa Apple Salad

Quinoa Apple Salad
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A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring tricolor quinoa, crisp gala apples, and a tangy maple dijon vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3/4 cup tricolor quinoa, (rinsed)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 gala apple, (diced into 1/4 inch cubes)
1/4 cup celery, (diced into 1/4 inch cubes)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, (chopped)
1/4 cup candied walnuts
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, (minced)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring the vegetable broth and rinsed quinoa to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
  2. Add the cranberries, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 15 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. Transfer the quinoa mixture to a large salad bowl.
  4. While the quinoa cooks, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Pour the vinaigrette over the quinoa and mix well.
  6. Fold in the diced apple, celery, parsley, and candied walnuts.
  7. Serve warm, room temperature, or chilled.

Notes

  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness.
  • For extra protein, serve with grilled chicken or tofu.

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