Ambrosia Apple Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Quinoa
• 8 fl. oz. Chicken or Vegetable Broth
• 2 BC Tree Fruits Ambrosia Apples
• 2 sticks Celery
• 1/2 small bunch Italian Parsley
• 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
• 1/4 cup Almonds
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1/2 Lemon
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Honey
• to taste Salt and Pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Combine quinoa and broth (in small saucepan) and bring to a boil

2. 2

   Reduce to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes

3. 3

   Remove from heat and let stand, covered for 5 minutes

4. 4

   Prepare apples, celery and parsley:

   - Wash and dry
   - Core and dice apples
   - Trim and dice celery
   - Discard parsley stems and mince leaves

5. 5

   Transfer to a large bowl, then add almonds and cranberries

6. 6

   Peel and mince garlic

7. 7

   In small bowl, prepare dressing by whisking together garlic, squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, honey and salt and pepper

8. 8

   Uncover quinoa, fluff with a fork and add to salad mixture

9. 9

   Pour dressing and toss