Quinoa-Almond Salad

Adding toasted nuts to grains such as quinoa really brings out the flavor. Quinoa is higher in unsaturated (good) fats and protein and lower in carbohydrates than most grains so there are many reasons to include it in a healthy diet.

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Calories 190
Fat 7g
Saturated Fat 1/2g
Sodium 410mg

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NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 190
Calories from Fat: 60),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 7g; 7%
(Saturated Fat 1/2g, 1/2% Trans Fat 0g 0% ),
Cholesterol: 0mg; 0%;
Sodium: 410mg; 410%;
Total Carbohydrate: 26g; 26%
(Dietary Fiber 3g 3% Sugars 8g 8% ),
Protein: 5g; 5%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 40%;
Vitamin C: 0%;
Calcium: 4%;
Iron: 10%;

Exchanges:

1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 1/2 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Prep Time 20 min
Total Time 35 min
Servings 6

Ingredients

1: cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed

2: cups water

1/2: teaspoon salt

1/2: cup coarsely shredded carrot (about 1 small)

1/4: cup sliced almonds, toasted*

1/4: cup dried cherries or cranberries

Balsamic Vinaigrette

2: tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 1/2: tablespoons canola or soybean oil

2: tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1/2: teaspoon salt

: Dash of pepper

Directions

1 Heat quinoa, water and salt to boiling in 2-quart saucepan, stirring once or twice; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.
2 Remove saucepan from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff quinoa with fork; cool 15 minutes. Meanwhile, make Balsamic Vinaigrette.
3 Mix vinaigrette, quinoa and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Serve warm, or cover and refrigerate about 4 hours or until chilled.

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Expert Tips

*To toast nuts, bake uncovered in ungreased shallow pan in 350° oven about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Or cook in ungreased heavy skillet over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until golden brown.

“The addition of almonds and other nuts to my diet helps lower cholesterol, and this colorful salad is a great way to add them.” Wanda S.

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Posted 2/20/2012 4:53:23 PM REPORT ABUSE hokielion said:

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This was a good start, but it needs a bit more flavor for me. I added a little orange juice to the dressing, but I would try some orange zest next time. I soaked the dried cranberries in some hot water for a few minutes and also added a Tbsp. of the soaking water and a few shakes of cinnamon. I would not skip toasting the nuts. The toasted flavor really does come through.

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We calculated the nutrition of this recipe at the time it was created on 07/08/2011. NOTE: We do not include optional ingredients in our calculations.