Quinoa-Cranberry Salad with Pecans

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
37%
Quinoa-Cranberry Salad with Pecans
80 min.
3
428kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Quinoa-Cranberry Salad with Pecans! This delightful salad is not only vegetarian and vegan, but it’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for a variety of dietary preferences. Packed with flavor and texture, it combines the nutty goodness of quinoa with the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries and the rich crunch of toasted pecans.

Ready in just 80 minutes, this salad is a fantastic side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. With a caloric content of 428 kcal per serving, it’s a wholesome option that won’t weigh you down. The refreshing lemon juice and olive oil dressing adds a zesty touch, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients while providing a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering, preparing a meal prep for the week, or simply craving a delicious and healthy dish, this Quinoa-Cranberry Salad with Pecans is sure to impress. Let it sit at room temperature for an hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully, and you’ll have a colorful, nutritious salad that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Dive into this delightful recipe and enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • cup quinoa rinsed drained
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • mixing bowl

Directions

  1. Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Scrape into a mixing bowl, and cool to warm, about 20 minutes.
  3. Once the quinoa has cooled, stir in the pecans, cranberries, olive oil, and lemon juice; season to taste with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories428kcal
Protein8.62%
Fat40.94%
Carbs50.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.33
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.087826018748%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.89mg
Delphinidin
1.22mg
Catechin
1.19mg
Epigallocatechin
0.93mg
Epicatechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.38mg
Eriodictyol
0.49mg
Hesperetin
1.45mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.49mg
Quercetin
0.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:428.22kcal
21.41%
Fat:20.23g
31.12%
Saturated Fat:2.09g
13.03%
Carbohydrates:56.07g
18.69%
Net Carbohydrates:49.42g
17.97%
Sugar:15.57g
17.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:205.71mg
8.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.58g
19.17%
Manganese:1.95mg
97.49%
Magnesium:134.59mg
33.65%
Phosphorus:307.09mg
30.71%
Copper:0.57mg
28.6%
Folate:109.9µg
27.47%
Fiber:6.65g
26.61%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.2%
Vitamin E:2.72mg
18.17%
Iron:3.12mg
17.34%
Zinc:2.55mg
16.97%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.14%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.28%
Potassium:406.97mg
11.63%
Selenium:5.58µg
7.96%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.37%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.87%
Vitamin C:4.09mg
4.96%
Vitamin K:4.92µg
4.69%
Calcium:45.5mg
4.55%
Source:Allrecipes