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Broccoli Apple Quinoa Salad

Looking for a fresh, healthy lunch or easy dinner idea? This Broccoli Apple Quinoa Salad is loaded with crisp broccoli, fluffy quinoa, juicy Honeycrisp apples, toasted nuts, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a homemade honey mustard dressing. It’s a nutritious, protein-packed salad that’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, quick lunches, healthy side dishes, and simple family meals.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup dry quinoa
  • ¾ cup water
  • ⅓ cup toasted walnuts and almonds
  • 3 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 medium Honeycrisp apple, diced
  • 1 small lemon
  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ tablespoon honey
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: dried cranberries
  • Optional: extra sharp white cheddar

Instructions

 

  1. Rinse the quinoa and cook it with the water until tender. Cool completely.
  2. Toast the walnuts and almonds until fragrant.
  3. Chop the broccoli and dice the apple.
  4. Whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Combine the quinoa, broccoli, apple, nuts, and feta in a large bowl.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Chill for 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Cool the quinoa completely before assembling the salad.
  • Toasting the nuts greatly enhances their flavor and crunch.
  • Refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes before serving for the best taste.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Boiling & Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 315 calories per serving

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