Sweet Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Sweet Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 3/4 cups water; 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup match-stick cut carrots; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/2 cup sliced green onions; 1/2 cup sliced diagonally fresh pea pods, tips and strings removed; 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 3/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup match-stick cut carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced diagonally fresh pea pods, tips and strings removed
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

1
Melt butter in small skillet until sizzling; add almonds and 2 tablespoons sugar.
2
Cook over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until sugar melts and almonds are golden brown.
3
Watch closely to prevent burning.
4
Remove from heat; stir in remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.
5
Quickly spread onto waxed paper; cool completely.
6
Break into pieces.
7
Set aside.
8
Combine all dressing ingredients in small jar with tight-fitting lid; shake well.
9
Set aside.
10
Combine water, quinoa and 1/4 teaspoon salt in 1-quart saucepan.
11
Cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.
12
Reduce heat to low.
13
Cover; cook 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
14
Remove from heat; let cool 15 minutes.
15
Combine almonds, cooked quinoa and all remaining salad ingredients in large bowl.
16
Pour dressing over salad; stir until well mixed.
17
Refrigerate at least 2 hours to blend flavors.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter, 1/2 cup sliced almonds, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Sweet 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.

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Sweet Quinoa Salad

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