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Asian-Flavored Quinoa Salad

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4.5 Stars
Ratings (308)
6PointsPlus Value
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 16 min
Other time: 0 min
Serves: 4
Quinoa is a good source of protein and makes a wonderful substitute for rice in salads. Buy the prerinsed variety to save time.*
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Ingredients

1 1/2 cup(s) canned chicken broth, or water   
  3/4 cup(s) uncooked quinoa, *   
1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar   
2 Tbsp orange marmalade   
2 tsp dark sesame oil   
1 Tbsp ginger root, fresh, minced   
1 tsp kosher salt   
  1 cup(s) uncooked sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved   
  1 cup(s) shredded carrot(s)   
  1 cup(s) shredded red cabbage   
  1 small sweet red pepper(s), thinly sliced   
3 Tbsp cilantro, fresh, chopped   
  2 Tbsp uncooked scallion(s), thinly sliced   
1 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted   

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, combine broth and quinoa; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, to make dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, marmalade, oil, ginger and salt; set aside.

  • After quinoa has cooked for 10 minutes, toss in snap peas to partially steam them; cover and simmer until most of liquid has been absorbed, about 5 to 6 minutes.

  • Remove pan from heat and stir in carrots, cabbage, peppers and dressing; mix to thoroughly combine. Garnish with cilantro, scallions and sesame seeds. Serve warm, room temperature or chilled. Yields about 1 heaping cup per serving.

Notes

  • *Check the box of quinoa you bought to see if it has been "prerinsed". If not, rinse the quinoa in a colander before cooking to remove its bitter outer coating.

    Use prepackaged coleslaw mix or shredded vegetables to speed the preparation of this dish.
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  • battani77 (stacey)
  • 5/6/2013 3:46:17 PM
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  • 3 Stars
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This was good, although I'm a meat eater, so even though there was quinoa for protein it may not keep me satisfied. May be worth a few extra points to add some chicken breasts.

  • 0 people found this review helpful.
  • *Note: This review was posted prior to the launch of PointsPlus
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  • amancs
  • 5/6/2013 2:55:56 PM
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  • 5 Stars
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WOW! I've been a WW member for over 2 years and have tried dozens of recipes. I rarely give out 5 stars- but this recipe is perfect. I woudn't change a thing!

  • 0 people found this review helpful.
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  • janeisen (jessica)
  • 4/15/2013 1:13:53 PM
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  • 4 Stars
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Delicious!

  • 1 people found this review helpful.
  • *Note: This review was posted prior to the launch of PointsPlus
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  • carolbob12
  • 4/9/2013 10:36:42 PM
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  • 4 Stars
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This is delicious and easy to prepare. Tomorow I am going to make it as a main dish for lunch by adding some leftover chicken breast.

  • 1 people found this review helpful.
  • *Note: This review was posted prior to the launch of PointsPlus
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