Cranberry-Almond Quinoa Salad Recipe

Enjoy a healthy and delightful Cranberry-Almond Quinoa Salad, perfect for any season. This nutritious recipe combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa with the rich flavors of cranberries and almonds, creating a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. Here’s how you can make it with ingredients mainly sourced from Wasteless Pantry.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dried quinoa
  • 2 cups water or 2 cups liquid stock
  • 1 1/2 tsp stock powder (if using water)
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • ⅓ cup cranberries
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced spring onions

Method:

  1. Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa thoroughly. Combine with water and stock powder in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Toast Almonds: While the quinoa cooks, preheat the oven to 150°C. Spread almonds on a tray and toast until golden, about 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, red wine vinegar, and thyme in a bowl.
  4. Combine Salad: In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, toasted almonds, cranberries, and spring onions with the dressing. The salad can be served either warm or chilled.

Why Choose Wasteless Pantry: Opting for ingredients from Wasteless Pantry not only ensures freshness and quality but also supports environmentally friendly shopping habits. By purchasing from a bulk food store like Wasteless Pantry, you reduce packaging waste and can buy exactly the amount you need, minimizing food waste. This approach helps in making your kitchen more sustainable while enjoying delicious and healthy meals.

This Cranberry-Almond Quinoa Salad is not just easy to make but also packed with flavors and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.