Orange Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Orange Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dressing; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk; 2 teaspoons honey; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; Salad; 1 1/3 cups uncooked quinoa; 2 3/4 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup green onion, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

Dressing
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk
2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Salad
1 1/3 cups uncooked quinoa
2 3/4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

1
Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside.
2
Cook raw quinoa in a large skillet for 4 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently.
3
Pour quinoa into a sieve and put the sieve in a bowl.
4
Add enough water to cover the quinoa and rub the grains between your hands for 30 seconds. Rinse and drain.
5
Do this two more times. If you skip this step, your quinoa will be bitter. (If you don't want to go to so much trouble, try making this with couscous instead.).
6
In a large saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 3/4 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt.
7
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
8
Bring to room temperature, then stir in remaining ingredients and dressing.
9
Cover and chill.

215

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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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dressing, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Orange Quinoa Salad falls under the Salads 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!

Orange Quinoa Salad

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