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orange county food

Orange County Food: 5 Simple Steps for Quinoa Salad Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious Orange County-inspired dish perfect for beginners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of fresh oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the orange segments, cooked quinoa, cilantro, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe oranges for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients like avocado or black beans.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: orange county food, quinoa salad, healthy salad, orange recipes