Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro
List of Ingredients
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1 ½ cups water
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1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
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1 small red onion, finely chopped
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½ cup minced carrots
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½ cup dried cranberries
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¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
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¼ cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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¼ cup toasted sliced almonds
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1 lime, juiced
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1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
Bring water to a boil in a covered saucepan over high heat. Add the quinoa, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, until all the water has been absorbed (about 15 to 20 minutes). Once done, transfer the quinoa to a mixing bowl and chill in the refrigerator until cold.
Mix in red onion, carrots, cranberries, red and yellow bell peppers, cilantro, sliced almonds, lime juice, and curry powder. Season with salt and pepper, then refrigerate until chilled before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 176 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 32g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 176 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
| Sodium 13mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars 8g | |
| Protein 5g | 11% |
| Vitamin C 25mg | 27% |
| Calcium 41mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 292mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5