Quinoa apple salad with almonds
If you're looking for a refreshing and satisfying salad, this quinoa apple salad with almonds is a must-try. I love experimenting with new salad recipes, and this one hits all the right notes. The combination of crunchy apples, nutty quinoa, and toasted almonds, all dressed in a flavorful Dijon maple vinaigrette, makes for a delicious and healthy meal that's sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa ready to cook
- 2 small gala apples diced into 1/4 inch cubes
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots into small bite size pieces
- 1/4 cup diced almonds
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken stock
- 3 tbsp virgin olive oil
- 1 txp no sugar maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
In a pot, add the vegetable broth and quinoa to a boil and then remove from heat and let stand for about 20 minutes to cool off
In a separate bowl combine the olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar and the rest of the spices and mix well
Mix the quinoa into the wet ingredients and mix well, adjust flavors to taste
Add your apples, celery and nuts to the mixture and plate the dish to serve
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 166mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.05gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg
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