Pomegranate Citrus Quinoa Salad and Cranberry Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Simple, beautiful Pomegranate Citrus Quinoa Salad is made with pomegranate seeds, tangerine segments, creamy avocado, and more. This colorful, tangy quinoa salad is also topped with a homemade Cranberry-Pomegranate Vinaigrette!
Servings : 4
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste
For the Salad
- 1/2 cup quinoa
- 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/2 wedge iceberg lettuce , shredded
- 2 small tangerines , segmented
- 1 avocado , cubed
- 2 radishes , thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
Instructions
For the Dressing
- Combine all ingredients in a jar/cup with a lid; shake well and let stand.
For the Salad
- Combine quinoa and broth in a saucepan and bring mixture to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes; remove from heat and let cool.
- Layer shredded lettuce on a large plate.
- Layer cooled quinoa on top of salad.
- Add tangerine, avocado and sliced radishes.
- Sprinkle feta cheese and pomegranate seeds.
- Shake or mix the salad dressing very well and add desired amount to salad.
- Serve.
Notes
*Refrigerate any remaining salad dressing and leftovers.
Nutrition
Calories: 331 kcal | Carbohydrates: 36 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 19 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Cholesterol: 11 mg | Sodium: 387 mg | Potassium: 662 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 16 g | Vitamin A: 780 IU | Vitamin C: 24.3 mg | Calcium: 109 mg | Iron: 1.8 mg | Net Carbs: 29 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.