Quinoa with Feta, Walnuts, and Dried Cranberries
Elevate your culinary experience with this vibrant quinoa creation, a delightful medley of textures and flavors. The nutty quinoa, the crunch of walnuts, the sweetness of dried cranberries, and the salty tang of feta cheese combine to create a symphony in your mouth. Perfect as a light lunch, a sophisticated side, or a satisfying snack.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
29 g
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Cholesterol
14 mg
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
9 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
196 mg
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Sugar
8 g
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Fat
11 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth and quinoa to a boil over medium-high heat. (2 minutes)
02
Step
20 mins
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and all the broth has been absorbed. (15-20 minutes)
03
Step
1 mins
Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl. (1 minute)
04
Step
1 mins
Gently stir in the toasted walnuts and dried cranberries. (1 minute)
05
Step
1 mins
Crumble the feta cheese over the top and gently fold it in. (1 minute)
06
Step
1 mins
Serve warm or at room temperature. (1 minute)
For a richer flavor, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
Use a high-quality Greek feta cheese for the best flavor.
Feel free to add other ingredients such as chopped parsley, mint, or lemon zest for an extra burst of freshness.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving.
If you don't have chicken broth, vegetable broth or water can be substituted.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 12 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
Gideon Abshire
Jun 13, 2025This recipe is so easy and delicious! I love how versatile it is.
Pansy Miller
Jun 6, 2025I used goat cheese instead of feta, and it was still fantastic.
Westley Gusikowski
May 8, 2025My family loves this! It's a regular on our dinner table.
Rasheed Kohler
Apr 26, 2025The combination of flavors is amazing. The feta adds the perfect amount of saltiness.
Alejandra Armstrong
Apr 20, 2025This is a perfect recipe for meal prepping. It stays well in the fridge for several days.
Neal Hagenes
Apr 7, 2025I added some chopped celery for extra crunch, and it was a great addition.
Joshuah Koelpin
Dec 31, 2024I like to add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a little extra zing.
Teresa Deckow
Dec 16, 2024I've made this several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to potlucks.