Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro
Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro balances nutty, fluffy grains with sweet-tart dried cranberries, crisp peppers, and toasty almonds. Fresh lime and a hint of curry bring brightness and warmth, while cilantro adds a clean herbal finish. Serve it chilled for lunch, as a picnic side, or alongside grilled mains for a colorful, refreshing contrast.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a saucepan over high heat, bring water to a boil with the lid on; add quinoa. Lower the heat to low; simmer the quinoa, covered, until the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer it to a bowl and refrigerate until cold.
- 2
Stir in red onion, carrots, cranberries, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cilantro, almonds, lime juice, and curry powder; season with salt and black pepper. Chill before serving.
- Calories 219.61 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.88 g Moderate
- Carbs 37.98 g Moderate
- Total Fat 5.15 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.22 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 29.92 mg Low Source
- Fiber 6.03 g Good Source
- Sugar 9.07 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 2.51 g Moderate
- Calcium 50.63 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.05 mg Moderate
- Potassium 207.52 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 14.26 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 25.25 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro is a side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Curry Powder, Dried Cranberry, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 219.61 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro?
- It is a salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Curry Powder, Dried Cranberry, Fresh Cilantro, Lime Juice. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 219.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Salad with Cranberries and Cilantro easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 2 steps.
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