Pomegranate Quinoa Power Salad
Pomegranate Quinoa Power Salad
Jewel-toned salad with quinoa, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, and a citrus-herb dressing.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 15 min
4 servings
easy
Ingredients
Servings:
- 200.0 g Quinoa
- 150.0 g Pomegranate seeds
- 60.0 g Pistachios (shelled)
- 30.0 g Fresh mint
- 30.0 g Fresh parsley
- 0.5 piece Red onion
- 60.0 ml Orange juice
- 45.0 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 5.0 g Sumac
Instructions
- 1
Cook quinoa, fluff and let cool completely.
⏱ 15 minutes
- 2
Finely chop mint, parsley, and red onion.
- 3
Whisk orange juice, olive oil, and sumac for dressing.
- 4
Combine quinoa with herbs, onion, and most of the pomegranate seeds.
- 5
Toss with dressing, top with remaining pomegranate and pistachios.
Nutrition Facts
380
kcal
Calories
12
g
Protein
48
g
Carbs
16
g
Fat
Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 12g
Chef's Notes
Pomegranate is converted to urolithin-A by gut bacteria, which supports mitochondrial health.