Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Salad with Apples and Maple Dressing
Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Salad with Apples and Maple Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that packs a flavorful punch. Perfect for any occasion, this salad combines fluffy quinoa, crunchy pecans, sweet apples, and tart cranberries, all drizzled with a delightful maple dressing. Whether you’re preparing for a family gathering, enjoying a cozy meal at home, or looking for a quick lunch during busy weekdays, this salad is your go-to choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 1 large crisp apple (chopped)
- 1 cup pecan pieces
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in boiling chicken or vegetable broth for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Once the quinoa is ready and slightly cooled, combine it with chopped apples, pecans, dried cranberries in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve warm or chilled for an impressive dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg