Quinoa Salad with Dried Fruit and Nuts Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jun 01, 2008

Wow, yummy! This is the best dish I have made yet with quinoa. I reduced the quinoa to 1 c. (in 2 c. chicken stock instead of water), used balsamic vinegar instead of white, 1 c. dried cranberries instead of raisins, tobasco instead of cayenne, and added about 1/2 tsp garlic powder. I also toasted the pecans before adding them. This was fabulous - definitely a keeper.

—Joyousfreee

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 08, 2013

Don't try this recipe warm. It was just ok but kinda weird. I cooked the celery and added a few portebella mushrooms to olive oil. After a few minutes I added the pecans. When the quinoa was almost done I added the raisins to it. When it was done, I added the celery mixture, sesame oil, vinegar, lemon juice, pepper and parsley to the quinoa. Let set a few minutes then ate with a piece of chicken, I will see how leftovers are tomorrow but don't recommend doing the way I did.

—olson

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Jul 09, 2009

I love the prominent flavor the sesame oil gives to this salad. The second flavor that comes to the palate is lemon. With the crunch of the celery, nuts, and sweetness of the fruit it makes a wonderful blend of flavors and textures. I did use craisins that I chopped, and I toasted the pecans. I had the leftovers for lunch and added grilled chicken strips and fresh blueberries. Fabulous salad that is very versatile. I will make this often. Thank you for sharing!

—Marie C.

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Aug 13, 2012

The recipe is very good and so versatile.

—snperch

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Apr 19, 2008

I made this today to take to a potluck hosted by a friend who has celiac disease. I received lots of compliments and I really enjoyed it myself! The sesame oil makes all the difference. It would also be great to alter with different nuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc. Enjoy!

—DAWN

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May 05, 2008

I substituted dried cranberries for the raisins, and toasted the pecans before adding them to bring out their flavor. This was delicious!

—kristincsw

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Dec 23, 2008

This is a yummy salad. I omitted the sesame oil and added a bit of curry powder. I rolled it inside some butter leaf lettuce.

—Robin

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Jul 24, 2009

I used almonds instead of pecans and added dried apricots. I think almost any combination of fruit and nuts would work - so use what you like. The sesame is a dominant taste but one I enjoyed. I think the salad tastes better the next day.

—PEGGYW1

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Nutrition

Calories
221 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
26.3 g
8%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
11.6 g
18%

Fiber
3.6 g
15%

Protein
5.1 g
10%

Sodium
72 mg
3%

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

Nutritional Information

Quinoa Salad with Dried Fruit and Nuts

Serving Size: 1/10 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 10
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 221
** Calories from Fat: 105

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 11.6g 18 %
** Saturated Fat 1.3g 7 %
** Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
** Sodium 72mg 3 %
** Potassium 337mg 9 %
** Total Carbohydrates 26.3g 8 %
** Dietary Fiber 3.6g 15 %
** Protein 5.1g 10 %
** Sugars 6g
** Vitamin A 8 %
** Vitamin C 11 %
** Calcium 5 %
** Iron 19 %
** Thiamin 14 %
** Niacin 12 %
** Vitamin B6 11 %
** Magnesium 25 %
** Folate 38 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.