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Broccoli Apple Quinoa Salad

Broccoli Apple Quinoa Salad
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This Broccoli Apple Quinoa Salad is a delightful combination of fresh flavors and vibrant colors, making it the perfect dish for any occasion. With its crunchy broccoli, sweet honeycrisp apples, and protein-packed quinoa, this salad is not only nutritious but also visually appealing. Tossed in a tangy dressing with crumbled feta and toasted nuts, it delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. Ideal as a light lunch, picnic fare, or a colorful side dish at dinner, this salad can easily be customized to suit your preferences. Enjoy it fresh or make it ahead for meal prep—you’re sure to impress family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup dry quinoa
  • ¾ cup water
  • 3 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 medium honeycrisp apple
  • ⅓ cup toasted nuts (walnuts and almonds)
  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 small lemon (for dressing)
  • 2 ½ TBSP extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar (for dressing)
  • 1 TBSP dijon mustard (for dressing)
  • ½ TBSP honey (for dressing)
  • ¼ tsp sea salt (plus extra to taste)
  • ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper (plus extra to taste)

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil; add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 13 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Chop broccoli into florets and dice the honeycrisp apple.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, feta cheese, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped broccoli, diced apple, toasted nuts. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  5. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

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