Wheat Free Pomegranate & Mango Quinoa Salad with Mint
Bright, jewel-toned, and bursting with contrasting textures, this quinoa salad is the kind of dish that looks like it took serious effort but comes together with surprisingly little fuss. Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free grain alternative that makes a perfect base for anyone avoiding wheat, delivering a satisfying, slightly nutty bite without any of the worry that comes with couscous or bulgur-based salads. Juicy mango and ruby-red pomegranate arils bring sweetness and pop, while torn fresh mint lifts the whole bowl with an herby brightness that keeps every forkful feeling fresh. The honey-lime dressing, warmed up with turmeric and ginger, ties everything together in a way that feels almost tropical — tangy, a little floral, and just complex enough to be interesting. Crunchy raw pumpkin seeds add a final layer of texture and make the salad feel genuinely hearty rather than just a side dish. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to bring to a potluck or meal-prep on a Sunday, because it holds up beautifully and only gets better as the dressing soaks in.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 1 ½ cups)
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- ¼ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Combine the rinsed quinoa, water, and 1/4 tsp salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the quinoa has absorbed all the water and the germ rings are visible, about 13–15 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa steam, covered, for 5 minutes. Uncover, fluff with a fork, and spread onto a large plate or sheet pan to cool for at least 10 minutes until no longer steaming.
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