Citrus Quinoa

Brighten up your meals with this refreshing Citrus Quinoa recipe, a vibrant and healthy side dish bursting with bold flavors and rich textures. Fluffy quinoa serves as the perfect canvas for a tangy citrus dressing made with fresh orange and lemon juices, zesty citrus peels, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Tossed with pomegranate arils, toasted almond slices, fresh parsley, and crisp green onions, this dish delivers a satisfying combination of sweet, tangy, and nutty notes in every bite. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a light lunch, this gluten-free and protein-packed recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature for a colorful, wholesome addition to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced thin)
• 0.5 cup pomegranate arils
• 0.25 cup toasted almond slices

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.

Step 3

While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the citrus dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Once the quinoa is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Pour the citrus dressing over the warm quinoa and toss to combine, allowing the flavors to absorb into the grains.

Step 6

Add the chopped parsley, green onions, pomegranate arils, and toasted almond slices to the quinoa. Gently mix until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed.

Step 8

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Enjoy your vibrant and flavorful Citrus Quinoa!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1192.6

Total Fat 55.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2424.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 34.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 306.0mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1332.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 47.7%