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SPICY CASHEW QUINOA CRUNCH SALAD WITH GINGER LIME DRESSING

SPICY CASHEW QUINOA CRUNCH SALAD WITH GINGER LIME DRESSING
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If you’re in search of a nutritious and satisfying lunch, look no further than this Spicy Cashew Quinoa Crunch Salad with Ginger Lime Dressing. This vibrant dish is a delightful combination of crunchy cashews, colorful fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing that packs a punch. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup quinoa
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups raw cashews
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • â…“ cup avocado oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha
  • 1 inch piece of ginger (grated)
  • 1 clove garlic (grated)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded green and purple cabbage
  • 1 cup chopped sweet baby peppers
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 3 cups cooked chicken
  • ¼ cup green onion (sliced)
  • ¼ cup cilantro (roughly chopped)

Instructions

  1. Rinse ¾ cup quinoa and cook with 1½ cups chicken broth according to package instructions; fluff when done.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss 1½ cups raw cashews with avocado oil, chili powder, sriracha, honey, and salt; spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Whisk together dressing ingredients: ⅓ cup avocado oil, ¼ cup lime juice, tamari, honey, sriracha, grated ginger, garlic, and black pepper.
  4. Chop cabbage, sweet baby peppers, green onion, and cilantro.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted cashews, veggies, shelled edamame, and chicken. Drizzle with dressing before serving.

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