Festive Orange Cranberry Quinoa Salad
Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup fresh cranberries chopped
- 1 orange peeled and diced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse and cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, whisk honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, cranberries, orange, cilantro, and nuts.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for the best flavors.