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Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Grain Bowl

Vibrant Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Grain Bowl Bliss

Enjoy this Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Grain Bowl, a colorful and nutritious dish packed with fresh flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 5 cups Spring Mix Substitute with spinach if desired.
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Can be replaced with rice or couscous.
For the Fruit
  • 2 medium Oranges (sliced) Blood oranges can be used.
  • 1 medium Grapefruit (sliced) Any citrus can be used.
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Arils Fresh or frozen works.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Raw Pecans (chopped) Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup is an alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Omit if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Use fresh for best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is an option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Regular yellow mustard can be used.
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Replace with fine sea salt if preferred.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • medium saucepan
  • small bowl
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. Cook in a saucepan with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth, bring to boil, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir until syrup thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of fresh squeezed orange juice, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, layer the spring mix and quinoa. Top with sliced oranges, grapefruit, pomegranate arils, and cooled pecans.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to mix while keeping greens crispy.

Notes

Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess and nutrition. Always use fresh squeezed orange juice for best flavor. Store quinoa and dressing separately for meal prep. Quinoa can be frozen for up to 3 months.