Winter Fruit Salad

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This is a salad with quinoa. It is a grain that is similar to rice and couscous and is available in most health food stores.

Submitted by Anonymous

Updated on July 14, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 ⅓ cups quinoa, rinsed
1 ½ cups water
2 kumquats - seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup olive oil
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 Bosc pear - peeled, cored and chopped
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup trimmed and coarsely chopped watercress

Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and cool completely.
In a small bowl, combine the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress and toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

250	Calories
12g	Fat
32g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 250
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Sodium 167mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g	12%
Vitamin C 11mg	12%
Calcium 38mg	3%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 347mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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