Lemon Cranberry Quinoa Salad

• porcie: 8
• celkový čas: 30 minutes

Ingrediencie

1/4 cup olive oil

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot

3/4 teaspoon salt

salad:

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

1 cup chopped peeled jicama or tart apple

1 cup chopped seeded cucumber

3/4 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

1 green onion, thinly sliced

1 cup cubed avocado

Postup

1. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended.

2. In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Transfer to a large bowl.

3. Add jicama, cucumber, cranberries, parsley and green onion to quinoa. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold. Gently stir in avocado before serving.