Zesty Twist: Orange-infused Quinoa Salad Recipe

Exploring Flavors: Orange-infused Quinoa Salad

Hello, foodies! Today, I am excited to share with you a refreshing and nutritious recipe for Orange-infused Quinoa Salad. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a flavorful side dish for any meal. The zesty orange flavors combined with the nuttiness of quinoa create a delightful and unique taste experience that I can’t wait for you to try!

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• quinoa (200g)
• freshly squeezed orange juice (100ml)
• orange zest (from 1 orange)
• cucumber (1, diced)
• red onion (1, thinly sliced)
• fresh mint leaves (a handful, chopped)
• slivered almonds (50g, toasted)
• extra virgin olive oil (50ml)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)

To create this delicious Orange-infused Quinoa Salad, start by cooking the quinoa according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly. In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh mint leaves, and toasted slivered almonds. Pour the orange dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.

For the final touch, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste preference. Serve the Orange-infused Quinoa Salad chilled or at room temperature for the best flavors to shine through.

For this recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:

• saucepan
• mixing bowl
• whisk
• fork
• knife

Once prepared, the total weight of the Orange-infused Quinoa Salad is approximately 660g. This recipe yields 4 servings, with each serving weighing around 165g. An estimate of the calorie count per serving is 250 calories.

One fun tip to enhance the flavors of this dish is to add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the dressing for an extra layer of tanginess that complements the orange zest perfectly.

I hope you enjoy making and devouring this Orange-infused Quinoa Salad as much as I do! Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients and make it your own. Happy cooking!