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Vibrant Mango Quinoa Salad served at a party with colorful ingredients

Mango Quinoa Salad Party

A colorful and flavorful salad combining ripe mangoes and quinoa, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Healthy
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 1.5 cups quinoa (rinsed well) Use rinsed quinoa to remove bitterness.
  • 3 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth Use broth for added flavor.
  • 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced Ensure mangoes are ripe for sweetness.
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 0.5 cups red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cups cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 0.5 cups fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped Substitute with mint or basil for variations.
  • 0.25 cups chopped toasted almonds or pepitas Lightly toasting brings richer flavor.
  • 1 large avocado, sliced (optional) Add just before serving.

For the Dressing

  • 0.25 cups olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes) Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and cool slightly.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, and Dijon for the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.

Combining the Salad

  • In a large bowl, toss quinoa, mango, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, tomatoes, and chickpeas together.
  • Add cilantro and almonds, and mix well.

Dressing and Chilling

  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors mingle.

Serving

  • Top with avocado slices just before serving and garnish with extra herbs or seeds.

Notes

Rinse the quinoa to remove bitterness. Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor development.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g
Keyword Fall Salad, healthy salad, Mango Quinoa Salad, Quinoa Salad Recipe
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