Ingredients and Weight:
- Quinoa (2 cups)
- Fresh cranberries (1 cup)
- Fresh cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
- Red onion (1/2 cup, diced)
- Feta cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
- Extra virgin olive oil (3 tbsp)
- Red wine vinegar (2 tbsp)
- Honey (1 tsp)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh lemon juice (1 tbsp)
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including prep and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare quinoa by rinsing and cooking according to package instructions until tender and fluffy. Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cranberries, cilaotro, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed and serve immediately or chilled.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 390kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Protein: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Vibrant color and flavor combination of cranberries and cilaotro.
- Healthy and light salad with a tangy dressing.
- Great as a side dish or a light meal.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The cranberries add a nice tangy touch."
- "This is a great salad for a hot summer day. The dressing is really tasty."
- "I've never tried quinoa salad before, but this one is really good. The cilantro gives it a fresh taste."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results. If fresh cranberries are not available, you can use dried cranberries.
- Adjust the dressing according to your taste preference. You can add more honey or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
- Quinoa can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later use.
