Asian Style Quinoa Salad With Chili-Orange Dressing

Name: Asian Style Quinoa Salad With Chili-Orange Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon orange zest, grated; 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, reduced sodium; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon chili sauce, Siracha; black pepper, freshly ground to taste; 1 cup quinoa, uncooked; 8 ounces water chestnuts, drained and chopped; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 1/2 cups snow peas, chopped and cooked until tender and then cooled; 4 scallions, white and green parts thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon orange zest, grated
1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon soy sauce, reduced sodium
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon chili sauce, Siracha
black pepper, freshly ground to taste
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
8 ounces water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 1/2 cups snow peas, chopped and cooked until tender and then cooled
4 scallions, white and green parts thinly sliced

1
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the first 7 ingredients (thru pepper).
2
Rinse the quinoa very throughly to remove the bitter natural resin.
3
Bring 2 cups of water to boil and add quinoa in a steady stream to prevent clumping. Return to the boil and and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until it is tender. Look for the white line around the seed - it's the germ and when it bursts the grain is cooked. If water remains in the pot, remove the lid and boil and stir until the remaining liquid evaporates, being careful not to overcook. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let in cool.
4
In a serving bowl combine the quinoa with the last 4 ingredients. Add dressing and toss until combined.
5
Chill for 1 hour before serving.

145

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon orange zest, grated, 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, reduced sodium, 1 tablespoon honey, and more.

Yes, Asian Style Quinoa Salad With Chili-Orange Dressing falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!