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ZESTY CONFETTI SALAD WITH QUINOA

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A blend of veggies and quinoa pulled together with a tangy, slightly spicy citrus-pepita dressing. Though there are a lot of ingredients, it's easy to make.

Provided by MN_SpiceHunter

Categories Grains

Time 55m

Yield 5-7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup quinoa
1 1/2 cups broccoli, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped or shredded
1 cup red cabbage, shredded
1 1/2 cups jicama, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup scallion, sliced thin
1 cup cauliflower, chopped
1 tablespoon black sesame seed
1/2 cup pepitas (raw shelled pumpkin seeds)
1 cup fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
5 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Rinse quinoa well. Combine with 3/4 cup water in small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed and holes have formed in surface of quinoa. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature or cooler.
Dry toast pepitas by putting them in a large skillet or frying pan and shaking over high heat until they begin to pop and "dance". Remove from heat.
In food processor, combine pepitas, cilantro, lime juice, orange juice concentrate, olive oil, chili powder, cumin and salt. Blitz until a rough paste forms. (It looks a little funny at this stage--don't worry!).
In a very large bowl, combine veggies, quinoa and sesame seeds and toss. Add citrus-pepita dressing and mix well to coat. Chill at least one hour; overnight is ideal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 169.3, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 11.7, Protein 9

CONFETTI QUINOA SALAD

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A colorful side to complement any entrée. It's good for you, too-featuring protein-rich grains and edamame.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic shelled edamame
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
3/4 cup Italian or Greek vinaigrette dressing
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

In 3-quart saucepan, heat quinoa, water and salt to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender. Cool at least 30 minutes.
Cook and drain edamame as directed on bag. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
In large serving bowl, toss quinoa, edamame and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g