Quinoa Salad with Apples & Almonds
Source: Whittier Health Network
This recipe incorporates grains and fruits into one dish for a complete nutritional punch.
Ingredients
2 tbsp. honey
1/5 cup lemon juice
Juice of 1 orange
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cups cooked, chilled quinoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup sliced apple
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/4 cup Craisins
1/2 cup orange segments
1 cup shredded carrots
3/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup parsley
1/4 cup chopped mint
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steps
- In small bowl, mix together oil, juices and honey until well blended.
- Place quinoa in large bowl. Add juice mix and all remaining ingredients and toss. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- To serve, place 6-ounce scoop of salad on bed of lettuce. Garnish, if desired, with apple slice and some toasted almonds.