Cranberry Quinoa Salad with Dairy-Free Caesar Dressing
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
dairy free, salad, quinoa, cranberry
Servings: 4
Calories: 271 kcal
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 scallions finely chopped
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
Dressing
- 1/4 cup cashews
- 1/8 cup pine nuts
- 2 tsp. white miso paste
- 1/4 tsp. agave nectar
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Cook quinoa according to directions.
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Meanwhile, combine all dressing ingredients in a blender; process until smooth. Add more water, if necessary.
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In a large serving bowl, combine cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, scallions and mixed greens; gently toss with Caesar dressing to coat.
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Serve chilled.
Recipe Notes
Serving Size: 1/2 cup Calories: 305.3 cal • Fat: 9.9 g • Protein: 9.3 g • Carb: 47.8 g • Fiber: 5.5 g • Sugar: 11.5 g • Sodium: 251.2 mg
Nutrition Facts
Cranberry Quinoa Salad with Dairy-Free Caesar Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271
Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 228mg10%
Potassium 380mg11%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 380IU8%
Vitamin C 15.3mg19%
Calcium 38mg4%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.