Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad
Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad balances tender, fluffy grains with juicy Bosc pear, cool cucumber, and peppery watercress for a refreshing contrast of textures. A lively kumquat, cilantro, and lemon dressing adds bright citrus notes and herbal freshness. Serve it as a light lunch, a vibrant side at dinner, or a make-ahead dish for cool-weather gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional Density
- 40 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 77
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 40
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 61
- General Wellness
- 1
In a medium saucepan, mix the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Reduce to low and simmer, stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and let cool completely.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Let it steep for 5 minutes.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress, toss again, and serve.
- Calories 374.74 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 9.99 g Moderate 20%
- Carbohydrate 57.59 g 21%
- Total Fat 11.59 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 1.33 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 140.41 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 13.33 g Good Source 48%
- Total Sugars 11.96 g --
- Added Sugars 2.47 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 79.8 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 3.62 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 407.18 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 791.81 mcg Good Source 88%
- Vitamin C 20.98 mg Good Source 23%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad is a side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bosc Pear, Cucumber, Fresh Cilantro, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 374.74 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad?
- It is a salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bosc Pear, Cucumber, Fresh Cilantro, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 374.74 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad healthy?
- Quinoa Winter Fruit & Greens Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 61/100. Per serving, it provides 374.74 calories and 9.99 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 140.41 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.33 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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