Strawberry Quinoa Salad

Name: Strawberry Quinoa Salad
Ingredients: 2 tbsp vinegar; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp olive oil; salt and pepper to taste; ½ cup dry quinoa; 2 cups baby spinach leaves; 2 cups arugula; ⅔ cup sliced strawberries; 2 tbsp sliced, toasted almonds; 1 handful fresh basil leaves (chopped)

June 8, 2023 mweddin

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Strawberry Quinoa Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Dressing

2 tbsp vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Salad

½ cup dry quinoa
2 cups baby spinach leaves
2 cups arugula
⅔ cup sliced strawberries
2 tbsp sliced, toasted almonds
1 handful fresh basil leaves chopped

Instructions

Place quinoa in medium saucepan along with 1¾ cup water. Bring to boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked.
Remove lid and cook until all water is evaporated. Remove from heat.
Make dressing by combining vinegar, mustard, oil, and salt/pepper in a bowl or jar.
Place quinoa, spinach, arugula, strawberries, almonds, and basil in a bowl and combine.
Pour dressing over salad and toss just prior to serving.