Yield: 4-6 servings

Moroccan Quinoa Power Salad

Moroccan Quinoa Power Salad

This hearty grain salad is loaded with vegetables, protein and sweet dried fruit. It's a great side or light lunch any day of the week!

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots, chopped
  • 2-3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped kale
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup golden raisins
  • 1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add quinoa and toast until golden, 3-5 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups water to quinoa and bring to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 10-15 minutes until quinoa is just tender and has absorbed the water. Rinse with cool water and drain. Cool completely.
  3. Add carrots, green onions, chickpeas, kale, broccoli, and parsley and toss to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over quinoa and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir in cranberries, raisins and pumpkin seeds just before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 354Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 211mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 7gSugar: 17gProtein: 9g

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