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Fall Quinoa Salad

Fall Quinoa Salad: A Colorful Dish for Cozy Days

A vibrant and nutritious Fall Quinoa Salad capturing the essence of autumn with roasted veggies and cranberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed well
  • 2 cups diced sweet potatoes roasted
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts halved and roasted
  • 1 cup chickpeas drained
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or baby greens
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled (or goat cheese as a substitute)
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for roasting and dressing
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • fine mesh sieve
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve. Cook according to package instructions, typically with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, toss together sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and Brussels sprouts are crispy.
  5. Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa with roasted vegetables. Add greens to slightly wilt.
  7. Gently fold in cranberries and feta cheese.
  8. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, let roasted vegetables cool slightly before mixing. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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