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Cranberry Quinoa Feta Salad

Delicious Cranberry Quinoa Feta Salad for Easy Meal Prep

The Best Cranberry Quinoa Feta Salad is a vibrant creation that combines quinoa, feta, and almonds for a delightful meal prep option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinsed thoroughly
  • 2 cups vegetable broth Can substitute with water
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries Sweet bursts of flavor
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds Toasted for flavor
  • 1 cup feta cheese Crumbled
  • 3 stalks green scallions Sliced
  • 1 handful fresh parsley Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Can use avocado oil
  • 1 juice of lemon Brightens flavors
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic Minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • mixing bowl
  • dry skillet
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water for about 30 seconds in a fine-mesh strainer, then let it drain.
  2. Combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to steam.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Slice green scallions and chop parsley. Measure out dried cranberries and slivered almonds. Toast almonds in a dry skillet for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Fluff cooled quinoa with a fork and combine with scallions, cranberries, toasted almonds, parsley, and feta in a large mixing bowl.
  7. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Dress just before serving for maximum freshness.

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