Cranberry Quinoa Salad with Broccoli

Quinoa, cranberries, and broccoli are tossed with a bright citrus dressing and garnished with walnuts in this quick and easy vegan salad.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 24 mins
• Total Time: 34 mins
• Calories: 391 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon orange juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¾ cup dried cranberries
• 1 ¾ cups water
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup bite-size broccoli pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine water and quinoa in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until most of the water has been absorbed, about 8 minutes. Add cranberries; cook until plump and quinoa is tender, 4 to 5 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl.

Step 2

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 5 minutes. Drain; fold into the quinoa mixture.

Step 3

Mix olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, and garlic together in a small bowl to make dressing. Pour over quinoa mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle walnuts on top.