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Quinoa Salad With Asparagus, Dates, and Orange Recipe

Quinoa Salad With Asparagus, Dates, and Orange Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 cup fresh orange section (about 1 large orange)
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2 tbsp minced red onions
5 dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 lb asparagus, 2 inch pieces, steamed and chilled
1/2 jalapeno pepper, diced
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
mint sprig (optional)

Directions:

To prepare salad, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add white onion to pan; sauté 2 minutes.
Add quinoa to pan; sauté 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to pan; bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Transfer quinoa mixture to a large bowl. Add orange and next 5 ingredients (through jalapeño); toss gently to combine.
To prepare dressing, combine juice and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle with chopped mint. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired. Serve at room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	221.97 Kcal (929 kJ)
Calories from fat	82.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.16g	14%
Sodium	203.87mg	8%
Potassium	413.49mg	9%
Total Carbs	32.27g	11%
Sugars	14.08g	56%
Dietary Fiber	5.03g	20%
Protein	5.04g	10%
Vitamin C	19.7mg	33%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	24.2mg	135%
Calcium	58.1mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	119.97 Kcal (502 kJ)
Calories from fat	44.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.95g	14%
Sodium	110.19mg	8%
Potassium	223.49mg	9%
Total Carbs	17.44g	11%
Sugars	7.61g	56%
Dietary Fiber	2.72g	20%
Protein	2.72g	10%
Vitamin C	10.7mg	33%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	6%
Iron	13.1mg	135%
Calcium	31.4mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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