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Apple Walnut Quinoa Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad with quinoa, apples, walnuts, cranberries, and feta cheese, dressed with a simple apple cider vinaigrette.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 apple diced
  • ½ cup walnuts chopped
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. Cook quinoa: In a medium pot, bring quinoa, water, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, apple, walnuts, cranberries, and feta cheese. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Quick, Vegetarian
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