Orange Cranberry Quinoa

Name: Orange Cranberry Quinoa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Cup Quinoa; 2 Cup Chicken Broth; 1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries; 1/2 Cup Broken Pecans - Toasted; 3 Green Onions - Thinly Sliced; 2 Tbsp Parsley - Chopped

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min Serves: 4 2 views

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This vibrant dish brings together fluffy quinoa with the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries and the rich crunch of toasted pecans, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Enhanced by a zesty vinaigrette, this Orange Cranberry Quinoa not only serves as a nutritious side but also stands out as a colorful centerpiece for holiday gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Whether you're serving it alongside roasted chicken or as a standalone salad, this dish is sure to impress health-conscious eaters and flavor enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

1 Cup Quinoa
2 Cups Chicken Broth
1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries
1/2 Cup Broken Pecans - Toasted
3 Green Onions - Thinly Sliced
2 Tbsp Parsley - Chopped
1 Orange-Lemon Vinaigrette

Directions

Add the rinsed quinoa and broth to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon, orange zest, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Add the cranberries, toasted pecans, green onions and parsley to the warm quinoa.
Pour the vinaigrette over top and gently toss until everything is evenly combined.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Optional: Crumbled feta or goat cheese would be excellent in this. For a lower-sugar version, use unsweetened dried cranberries or reduce them to ¼ cup.