Quinoa Cranberry Salad
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 260kcal
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 2 cups homemade bone broth or water
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1 large stick
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries finely chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans toasted
- 3 tablespoons chives, or green onions finely chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
OPTIONAL
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley chopped
Rinse quinoa in a fine strainer really well, even if it says 'pre-washed'. Get your fingers in it, and gently rub it under running water for a few minutes. It really helps get rid of the bitterness.
Bring quinoa and bone broth to boil, then simmer until the grains absorb all the moisture, about 15 minutes.
When done cooking, let quinoa sit covered for 10 minutes, then add the remaining ingredients, and mix everything well.
You can eat it right away, still warm, or cool before serving.
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 2mg