Citrus and Pomegranate Quinoa Salad
Citrus and Pomegranate Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines fluffy quinoa with juicy pomegranate seeds and zesty citrus fruits. This colorful salad offers a delightful medley of textures and tastes, making it the perfect accompaniment for summer barbecues or a healthy lunch. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 orange, segmented
- 1 lime, segmented
- ½ small red onion, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. Drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, zest and segment the orange and lime.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa with pomegranate seeds, citrus segments, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg