Quinoa, Grape, and Prune Salad

Name: Quinoa, Grape, and Prune Salad recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup quinoa; 1 cup halved red grapes; ½ cup Sunsweet® D'Noir™ Prunes, chopped; ½ cup thinly sliced celery; ½ cup sliced green onion; ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts; ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1 clove garlic, minced; Freshly ground black pepper to taste

by Irene Jimenez 1 year ago

4.5 (2)

15 minutes

351.3 kcal

37.1 g carbs

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Description

This quinoa salad is loaded with flavor, perfect for a great lunch or healthy side dish!

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa
1 cup halved red grapes
½ cup Sunsweet® D'Noir™ Prunes, chopped
½ cup thinly sliced celery
½ cup sliced green onion
½ cup chopped toasted walnuts
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer; drain well. Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let cool.
2. Place in a large bowl with remaining salad ingredients. Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over salad; toss well to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

serving: 6 servings

calories: 351.3 kcal

carbohydrates: 37.1 g

protein: 6.3 g

saturated fat: 2.6 g

sodium: 208 mg

fiber: 4.3 g

sugar: 8 g