Apple Quinoa Salad With Curry Dressing Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Quinoa Salad With Curry Dressing

• Whole Almond
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 small shallot, minced
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• Coarse Salt
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Fresh Ground Pepper
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Dried Currants
• 1 medium apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), diced

How to Make Apple Quinoa Salad With Curry Dressing

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1/2 cup sliced almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 7-8 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
2. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
3. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
4. Add the rinsed quinoa, stir, return to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender but still slightly chewy.
5. Remove from heat, fluff the quinoa with a fork, and let it cool completely.
6. Meanwhile, prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 1 minced shallot, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
7. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
8. Whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
9. Add the cooled quinoa, 1/4 cup currants, and 1 diced medium apple to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to combine.
10. Stir in the toasted almonds. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
11. Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!