Killer Quinoa Salad

16 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • Dressing
  • 1 lemon, juice and zest of, finely grated
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well (red and white mix)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup finely diced dried apricot
  • 2 ripe Hass avocadoes
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced diagonally (including white bottom)
  • 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds

Directions

  1. 1
    Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, coriander, cumin and paprika. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. 2
    Salad: Rinse quinoa very thoroughly, about 4-5 times prior to cooking to reduce bitterness. Do not skip the rinsing step. In a saucepan, combine quinoa, salt and cold water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork, spread on a large baking sheet and let cool completely.
  3. 3
    Meanwhile, place cranberries and apricots in a small bowl. Cover with warm water and let stand for about 5 minutes or until plump. Drain and set aside.
  4. 4
    Peel avocados and remove seed. Cut into bite-sized chunks. Place in a bowl and lightly toss to coat with 1 tablespoon of the dressing to prevent discoloration. Place cooled quinoa in a large salad bowl. Add cranberry mixture, avocados, green onions and almonds. Add the remaining dressing and toss to combine.
  5. 5
    Note: Consider a sprinkle of feta cheese over the top.

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