THE RECIPE COLLECTION · Lunch

Quinoa Salad with Veggies, Almonds, and Raisins

This refreshing quinoa salad is packed with colorful veggies, crunchy almonds, and sweet raisins for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s a simple, healthy dish that’s great for a quick lunch or light dinner.

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TIME35 min

SERVINGS4

RATING4.9 / 5

Quinoa Salad with Veggies, Almonds, and Raisins

COOKBOOK / 6628

01 / WHAT YOU NEED

Ingredients

Adjust servings4

½ cup sliced almonds 4 cups vegetable stock 2 cups quinoa 1 English cucumber, diced 15 grape tomatoes, quartered 1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, stemmed and leaves finely chopped 1 orange bell pepper, diced ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese ½ cup raisins ¼ cup chopped black olives 4 scallions, white and light green parts, chopped ½ cup fresh lemon juice ½ cup olive oil

02 / HOW TO MAKE IT

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01

Toast the Almonds

Start by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the almonds out on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes, until they’re lightly browned and smell nutty.

02

Cook and Cool Quinoa

While the almonds are toasting, bring the vegetable stock and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently until the quinoa is tender and all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the cooked quinoa to a bowl and pop it in the fridge to cool for around half an hour.

03

Mix in Fresh Ingredients

Once the quinoa is chilled, toss in the toasted almonds along with the cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, orange bell pepper, feta, raisins, olives, and scallions.

04

Toss with Dressing

Whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl, then pour the dressing over the salad. Give everything a good stir so the quinoa and veggies get nicely coated with the dressing.

03 / EXTRA DETAILS

Good to know.

Cook's tip

- Rinse quinoa well before cooking to remove any bitterness.
- Toast the almonds lightly to bring out their flavor.
- Let the quinoa cool completely before mixing to keep the salad fresh and crisp.

Why you’ll love it

This salad is a vibrant mix of textures and flavors. The nutty quinoa pairs perfectly with crunchy almonds and sweet raisins. It’s both healthy and satisfying, making it a great choice for any meal.

Serving ideas

Serve this salad chilled or at room temperature. It works well as a light lunch or a side dish alongside grilled chicken or fish. Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving brightens all the flavors.

Storage & leftovers

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to three days. For best texture, add the almonds just before serving to maintain their crunch.