Golden Quinoa Salad

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Golden Quinoa Salad is a hearty and healthy salad made with quinoa, sweet potatoes, kale, red onion, chickpeas, and a variety of spices and herbs. The dish is often served as a main course or side dish and can be enjoyed warm or cold. The salad is gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly, making it a great option for a range of dietary needs.

The combination of textures and flavors, from the chewy quinoa to the tender sweet potatoes and crunchy chickpeas, creates a delicious and satisfying dish. The dressing is made from a blend of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and spices, which adds a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to the dish. Overall, this salad is a nutritious and delicious meal that can be enjoyed year-round.

Golden Quinoa Salad Ingredients

500g Quinoa Cooked & Cooled1 Diced Red Capsicums1⁄2 Diced Red Onions1⁄2 cup Mint (Finely Chopped)250g canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed1 Handful of Dried Cranberries1 Handful of Roasted Slithered Almonds1⁄2 cup Parsleys (Finely Chopped)1 Tablespoon Turmeric1 Tablespoon Cumin

Dressing

Extra Virgin Olive Oil1-2 lemons, juiced2 tablespoon apple cider vinegarAdjust dressing to taste as I eyeballed it

Method

1. Cook quinoa according to packet instructions. Drain from water and rest until cooled.2. In a small bowl combine extra virgin olive oil, lemons, salt, pepper and apple cider vinegar.3. In a large bowl combine cooked cooled quinoa, diced capsicum and onion, finely chopped mint and parsley, chickpeas, roasted slithered almonds, cranberries, turmeric and cumin.4. Add dressing (as desired) to the bowl and toss together. Season to taste and enjoy!