How do I create a tangy cranberry quinoa salad?

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with our cranberry quinoa salad recipe. It's a festive dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I create a tangy cranberry quinoa salad. Items include: Chopped walnuts Red onion Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Honey Lemon Parsley or mint leaves Quinoa Dried cranberries

Chopped walnuts 1/2 cup
Red onion 1/4 cup (finely chopped)
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon
Honey 1 tablespoon
Lemon 1 (juice)
Parsley or mint leaves for garnish
Quinoa 1 cup
Dried cranberries 1 cup

Take note
Be cautious when handling the hot quinoa and cranberry mixture. It can be quite sticky and may cause burns if not handled carefully.

1

Cook the quinoa

First, rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.

2

Prepare the dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and the juice of 1 lemon. This tangy dressing will bring all the flavors of the salad together.

3

Mix it all up

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with 1 cup of dried cranberries, 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

4

Let it chill

After mixing everything, cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect taste.

5

Serve and enjoy

Once chilled, give the salad a final toss and transfer it to a serving dish. Garnish with some fresh parsley or mint leaves for a pop of color. Your tangy cranberry quinoa salad is now ready to be enjoyed!