Quinoa Salad with Roasted Carrots and Blood Oranges
This Quinoa Salad with Blood Oranges and Roasted Carrots is a delicious and healthy mix of tastes and textures. Roasted carrots add sweetness, and blood oranges add tangy citrus notes that go well with the nutty quinoa. Served with a simple balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a bright and healthy side dish that goes well with any meal or can be eaten on its own. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained 2 cups water 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds 2 blood oranges, peeled and segmented 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup almonds, toasted and chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Start by heating the oven to 400F 200C Add salt and pepper to the carrot rounds and toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil Put them on a baking sheet and roast them for 20 to 25 minutes, or until theyre soft and slightly cara...