Spicy Quinoa Salad π₯
Overview:
- Name: Spicy Quinoa Salad
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Description: A zesty and colorful salad that makes great use of cranberries. Nice addition to a holiday buffet as it can be prepped in advance, is zesty and unusual and the flavors compliment most every cuisine.
- Recipe Category: Grains
- Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spicy, Brunch, < 30 Mins
- Aggregated Rating: 5/5
- Review Count: 5
- Calories: 250.4
- Fat Content: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 14.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54g
- Fiber Content: 4.5g
- Sugar Content: 19.4g
- Protein Content: 6.1g
- Recipe Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Quinoa |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1 1/2 cups | Cranberries |
| 4 tbsp | Lime juice |
| 4 tbsp | Honey |
| 1 stalk | Lemongrass |
| 1 clove | Garlic |
| 1 bunch | Mint |
| 1 bunch | Cilantro |
| 1/4 cup | Red onion |
Instructions:
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Rinse Quinoa: In a bowl, rinse quinoa several times with cold water to remove any bitterness.
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Cook Quinoa: In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then add the quinoa. Simmer for 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed, and the quinoa is fluffy and cooked.
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Prepare Flavor Mix: While the quinoa is cooking, combine half of the honey, lemongrass (finely chopped), garlic (minced), and peppers in a small bowl to create a flavorful mixture.
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Process Cranberries: Prepare the cranberries by pulsing them in a food processor with the remaining honey and lime juice until the cranberries are finely chopped and the mixture is a vibrant red.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in the lemongrass mixture and the cranberry mixture until well combined, ensuring that the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the quinoa.
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Add Fresh Herbs: Finally, add the mint (chopped), cilantro (chopped), and red onion (finely diced) to the quinoa mixture. Gently mix everything together until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Chill and Serve: Transfer the quinoa salad to a covered bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Serve chilled and enjoy the zesty, spicy flavors of this vibrant salad!
This Spicy Quinoa Salad is not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it a perfect addition to any meal or holiday buffet. With its bold flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to be a hit with friends and family alike!
