For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing. Toasted pine nuts or walnuts can be substituted for the almonds. If you don't have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be used, but reduce the amount to about 1-2 tablespoons. Make this salad a day ahead for the flavors to meld together even more beautifully. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Veggie, Almond, and Raisin Quinoa Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS12
A vibrant and nourishing quinoa salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Crisp vegetables, toasted almonds, and sweet raisins are tossed with fluffy quinoa and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light lunch, a satisfying side dish, or a colorful addition to any gathering.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium292 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread almonds onto a baking sheet.
02
StepBake almonds in the preheated oven until lightly toasted and fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
03
StepBring vegetable stock and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and stock has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl to cool completely, about 30 minutes in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
04
StepIn the bowl with the cooled quinoa, gently mix in the diced cucumber, quartered grape tomatoes, chopped parsley, diced orange bell pepper, crumbled feta cheese, raisins, chopped black olives, and chopped scallions.
05
StepIn a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice and olive oil until emulsified. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and stir gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Clementina Dibbert
Jun 27, 2025This salad is a crowd-pleaser! Everyone raved about the fresh flavors and textures.
Merritt Okuneva
Jun 24, 2025I love how easy this is to make and how versatile it is. I've added grilled chicken to it for a complete meal.
Roy Hagenes
Jun 5, 2025I made this for a potluck, and it was the first dish to disappear! Definitely a keeper.
Oswald Kemmer
May 22, 2025The lemon-olive oil dressing is the perfect complement to the other ingredients. So refreshing!