Mix spinach and craisins with quinoa for a healthy protein filled quinoa recipe.
Quinoa Salad with Dried Cranberries and Feta
Servings
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups of quinoa cooked and cooled
- 2 green onions finely sliced
- 1/2 large cucumber sliced and quartered
- 1/4 cup walnuts toasted
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup low-fat Feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup baby spinach roughly chopped
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil optional
Instructions
- 1) Combine the cooked and cooled quinoa in a large bowl with the onions, cucumber, walnuts, dried cranberries, feta cheese, and spinach.
- 2) In a separate small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice; mix well.
- 3) Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- 4) Garnish with torn basil before serving.
Made this for my husband. He said it was good. It as easy to do. I wasn’t sure what was equal to 4 cups of quinoa so I used two cups uncooked.
I made this with leftover quinoa. Great salad. I will prep some more for Shabbis lunch and will keep it interesting back pocket for Passover
I had a luncheon at my home today and served the quinoa cranberry and feta salad. It was such a big hit. Please post some other recipes Thanks
This is really a great dish. My family loves it. Thanks for sharing.
This is excellent!! Do you have the nutrition facts for it?
Thanks!
Is this recipe for 4 cups PRECOOKED or 4 cups after it’s cooked? Thanks
I love the quinoa recipe. It looks absolutely delicious and easy to make. I can’t wait to try it. Thank you