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Make a batch of this Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Salad to eat during the week for a quick and healthy lunch. This grain salad made with quinoa, apples, tart cherries, spinach and feta makes you feel super healthy with every bite. Serve on a bed of lettuce for an even bigger nutrition boost.

Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Salad


  • Author: Kristina LaRue
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Make a batch of this Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Salad to eat during the week for a quick and healthy lunch. This grain salad made with quinoa, apples, tart cherries, spinach and feta makes you feel super healthy with every bite. Serve on a bed of lettuce for an even bigger nutrition boost.


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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
  • 1/2 medium gala apple, diced
  • 1/4 cup dried tart cherries
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In large bowl, gently toss together all ingredients.
  2. Store in airtight container and refrigerate until ready to eat.
  3. Salad best eaten at room temperature.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 202
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 168mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg