Maple Mustard Quinoa Salad Recipe
Make Maple Mustard Quinoa Salad Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Prepare the Quinoa
- 1
Rinse the Quinoa
Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove any bitterness.
- 2
Cook the Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff the Quinoa
After resting, fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a large bowl to cool.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 4
Chop the Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the fresh parsley.
Make the Dressing
- 5
Combine the Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Salad
- 6
- 7
Toss the Salad
Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve the Salad
- 8
Plate and Enjoy
Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.