Gluten-Free Cranberry-Almond Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is not a grain but a seed, and it is considered a complete protein source as it contains all nine essential amino acids.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.
Gluten-Free Cranberry-Almond Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse quinoa under cold water.
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In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add quinoa. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, fresh parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Toss well to combine all the ingredients.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
