Zesty Kumquat Quinoa Salad

This Zesty Kumquat Quinoa Salad is delicious — bright and flavorful, and super nutritious, too. Have it as an easy side dish or light lunch or dinner, or add in a can of cannellini beans for a more complete meal. Delicious either way!

Zesty Kumquat Quinoa Salad (vegan)

[Makes 3 servings]

Ingredients:

• 1 C quinoa (uncooked)
• 1 C veggie broth (low sodium if possible)
• 1/4 C water
• 1 C arugula
• 1 C kumquats, chopped and deseeded (leave the peel on!)
• 1/4 C fresh lemon juice (the yield from 1 medium lemon)
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp cracked pepper

Instructions:

In a medium sized pan, heat the veggie broth and water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the quinoa. Cooked covered, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl and add in remaining ingredients. Serve warm or cold. Enjoy!

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Zesty Kumquat Quinoa Salad (vegan)

May 15, 2019 by Anne

This zesty quinoa salad with chopped kumquats makes a delicious side dish or healthy packed lunch.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Yield

2-4 servings

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Ingredients:

• 1 C quinoa (uncooked)
• 1 C veggie broth (low sodium if possible)
• 1/4 C water
• 1 C arugula
• 1 C kumquats, chopped and deseeded (leave the peel on!)
• 1/4 C fresh lemon juice (the yield from 1 medium lemon)
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp cracked pepper

Instructions:

1. In a medium sized pan, heat the veggie broth and water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the quinoa. Cooked covered, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl and add in remaining ingredients. Serve warm or cold. Enjoy!

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