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Quinoa, Apple and Almond Salad with Honey Lemon Mint Vinaigrette
This Quinoa, Apple and Almond Salad with Honey Lemon Mint Vinaigrette makes a delicious, healthy lunch or side dish that the entire family will love.
Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Total Time
10
minutes
mins
Course:
Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine:
American, Mediterranean
Servings:
3
-4 Servings
Calories:
800
kcal
Author:
Jennifer Farley
Ingredients
3
cups
quinoa,
cooked
¼
cup
scallions,
sliced thin
1
granny smith apple,
diced
½
cup
dried cranberries
¼
cup
almonds,
toasted, rough chopped
Honey lemon mint vinaigrette:
3
tablespoons
honey,
2
tablespoons
fresh mint
¼
cup
lemon juice
3
tablespoons
warm water
¼
cup
extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or blender, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, mint, and warm water. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Combine cooked quinoa with apples, toasted almonds, scallions and dried cranberries.
About 30 minutes before serving drizzle with ½ cup prepared vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories:
800
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
120
g
|
Protein:
27
g
|
Fat:
30
g
|
Saturated Fat:
4
g
|
Sodium:
13
mg
|
Potassium:
1168
mg
|
Fiber:
16
g
|
Sugar:
37
g
|
Vitamin A:
280
IU
|
Vitamin C:
13.3
mg
|
Calcium:
129
mg
|
Iron:
8.9
mg