Honey Mustard Quinoa Apple Salad with Crispy Shallots
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Honey Mustard Quinoa Apple Salad with Crispy Shallots, a delightful dish that elevates any meal. This salad features a harmonious blend of peppery arugula, sweet apple slices, and crunchy crispy shallots, all drizzled with a simple yet tangy honey mustard vinaigrette. Perfect for lunch or as a side dish at dinner, it’s gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly, catering to various dietary preferences. With its quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, this salad is ideal for those seeking a healthy, satisfying meal without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 large apple (crisp variety)
- 1/4 cup toasted pepitas
- 1/4 cup crispy shallots
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more for topping
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in stock until absorbed (15-20 minutes). Let cool.
- Fry thinly sliced shallots in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown (15-20 minutes).
- Prepare honey mustard vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa, arugula, chopped apple, pepitas, and crispy shallots. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg