Quinoa Fruit Salad Recipe

Name: Quinoa Fruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons raisins; 2 tablespoons dried apricots; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well; kosher salt; 1 large lemon; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ teaspoon ground coriander; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika; 2 medium firm-ripe avocados, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks; 2 medium scallions, white parts only thinly sliced; 2 -3 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted almonds

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons dried apricots
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
kosher salt
1 large lemon
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
2 medium firm-ripe avocados, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks
2 medium scallions, white parts only thinly sliced
2 -3 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted almonds

1
in a medium bowl soak the raisins and apricots in warm water for 5 minute drain and set aside.
2
in a 2qt saucepan bring 2 cups water, the quinoa and 1/2 tsp of salt to a boil over high heat.
3
Cover, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is translucent and tender.
4
10-15 minute (The outer germ rings of the grain will remain chewy and white.
5
Some germ rings may separate from the grain and will look like white squiggles) Immediately fluff the quinoa with a fork and turn out onto a baking sheet to cool to room temperature.
6
finely grate the zest from the lemon and then squeeze 1 tbs of juice.
7
In a small bowl whisk the lemon zest and juice with the olive oil, coriander, cumin, paprika, and 1/4tsp salt.
8
In a large bowl, toss the vinaigrette you just made with the quinoa, raisins, apricots, avocados, scallions and almonds.

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons raisins, 2 tablespoons dried apricots, 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well, kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Fruit 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!

Quinoa Fruit Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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