Pomegranate Quinoa Salad Recipe

I have always been a little unsure about pomegranates.

Much like beets, I shrugged them off as just too much work. 

How do I get those tiny seeds out?

How do I even eat them? Are they like sunflower seeds? Can I just pop them in my mouth?

Good Papa admitted that he had never even tried them before.

So, I’m glad that I decided to crack that bad boy open and give those delicious, juicy seeds a try.

W was also glad. Let’s just say, it was extremely difficult to make this salad and take pictures without his little, chubby hands sneaking fistfuls.

I was able to finish my pomegranate quinoa salad recipe and I couldn’t be more pleased with how it turned out.

The light citrus dressing and super healthy ingredients makes this a wonderful compliment to all of the heavy, rich dishes frequently served during the holidays.

Also, I love the colors of this festive salad. It’s the perfect side dish for a Christmas party!

Check out my recipe page for more healthy dishes like this one.

Pomegranate Quinao Salad Recipe- Perfect for the Holiday season

**For help getting those pesky seeds out, I just used the advice from Simply Recipes. Basically, after you cut down the ridges, pick the seeds out over a bowl of water. The membranes will float to the top and seeds will sink to the bottom. Easy as pie!

Pomegranate Quinoa Salad Recipe

Pomegranate Quinoa Salad Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 C cooked quinoa
  • 2 C spinach
  • 1 C cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 C pomegranate seeds
  • Dressing:
  • 3/4 C olive oil
  • 1/4 C champagne vinegar (you could substitute white wine vinegar)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 1/2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tsp onion or shallot, minced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa as directed on the package. I always use chicken or vegetable stock instead of water. It adds an extra flavor. Set aside to cool.
  2. Once quinoa is cool, mix in spinach, cucumber and pomegranate seeds.
  3. Whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, champagne vinegar, mint, onion, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Toss dressing with the salad*
  5. *Note: You really don't need much dressing. I would add a little at a time to your taste.
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Pomegranate Quinoa Salad Recipe- perfect for the Holiday season

Do you like pomegranates? Let me know your favorite way to eat them in the comment section below. Interested in more healthy recipes? Check out the Real Food Recipe Round up! 

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