Quinoa Salad with Cherry & Almonds
2 - Lunch, Salad
Ingredients
1 cup white quinoa
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons agave nectar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon McCormick® Perfect Pinch® Salt Free Fiesta Citrus Seasoning
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
1/2 cup diced cucumbers
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Description
A grain salad is perfect for summer barbecues, picnics and potlucks. Try quinoa with dried cherries and almonds tossed in a bright citrus vinaigrette.
15m PREP TIME
15m COOK TIME
Directions
Rinse quinoa; drain well.
Bring quinoa and stock to boil in small saucepan on medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, mix orange juice, agave nectar, oil, seasoning and lime juice in small bowl until well blended.
Mix quinoa, bell pepper, cherries, cucumber, almonds and onion in large bowl.
Drizzle with dressing; toss well.
Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition
NUTRITION INFORMATION (PER SERVING)
181 CALORIES
5g TOTAL FAT
0mg CHOLESTEROL
44mg SODIUM
30g CARBOHYDRATES
4g FIBER
4g PROTEIN