Healthy and refreshing Quinoa Salad with a delightful blend of mint, almonds, and cranberries.

This Quinoa Salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, combining nutty quinoa with crunchy almonds, tangy cranberries, and refreshing mint. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a side or a main course, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Rinse the quinoa under running water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add the quinoa.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
5. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, mint, almonds, and cranberries.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
7. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
8. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Enjoy this refreshing and nutritious Quinoa Salad with Mint, Almonds, and Cranberries!

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