Quinoa & Fruit Salad

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 1
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 2,261.7
  • Total Fat: 81.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 1,203.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 333.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 36.9 g
  • Protein: 60.0 g

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Introduction

A delicious way to have quinoa and fruit! A delicious way to have quinoa and fruit!
Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

    1 1/3 cups quinoa, rinsed
    1 1/2 cups water
    2 kumquats - seeded and chopped
    2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
    1/4 cup olive oil
    2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
    1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    1 Bosc pear - peeled, cored and chopped
    1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
    1 cup trimmed and coarsely chopped watercress

Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and cool completely.
2. In a small bowl, combine the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress and toss again and serve.


Serving Size: Makes 6 servings

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ZUCHEENEE.