In a medium pot over medium heat, sauté onion in the oil until translucent, 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the quinoa and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
Add water and broth and bring to a boil.
Cover pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Turn off heat.
In a large bowl, combine flour, flax meal, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
In medium bowl, whisk the egg with oil and milk. Add to dry mixture along with cranberries and stir until just combined.
Toss all the salad ingredients together in a bowl.
Mix the balsamic vinegar and olive oil together and add the dressing to taste. You can keep the leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare filling by combining sugar, flour, and lemon peel in medium bowl. Mix well. Add lemon juice, apples, and cranberries. Stir to mix. Spoon into 6-cup baking dish.
Toss all the salad ingredients together in a bowl. Mix the balsamic dressing and the olive oil together and add the dressing to taste. You can keep the leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.