Cranberry Quinoa Salad

This cranberry quinoa salad is vegan and full of healthy foods and flavor. It's just the right amount of sweet and savory, and the almonds add a nice crunch. You can eat it as a meal or side dish to feel refreshed and full.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix quinoa and water in a saucepan

Slowly raise the heat, cover, and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is done and the water is absorbed

Put cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, parsley, almonds, and red onion in a large bowl

Do not stir

Mix the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper with a whisk in a small bowl

Add the dressing to the quinoa mixture and mix it all together

If necessary, change the seasoning

Let it sit at room temperature or in the fridge