Quinoa Salad With Spinach, Strawberries And Goat Cheese Recipe

Name: Quinoa Salad With Spinach, Strawberries And Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Quinoa Salad; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed (I used red quinoa); kosher salt and black pepper; 2 cups baby spinach leaves; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into chiffonade (ribbons); 2/3 cup sliced strawberries; 1 ounce goat cheese, crumbled; 1 1/2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted; Balsamic Dressing; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon honey or agave nectar; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

Quinoa Salad
1 cup quinoa, rinsed (I used red quinoa)
kosher salt and black pepper
2 cups baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into chiffonade (ribbons)
2/3 cup sliced strawberries
1 ounce goat cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
Balsamic Dressing
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper

1
Place the quinoa in a medium saucepan along with 2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil then cover with a lid and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the quinoa about 15 minutes until cooked. Remove the lid and cook another 2-3 minutes until all of the water has evaporated. Remove from the heat and fluff with a fork. Let the quinoa cool to room temperature.
2
Meanwhile, make the balsamic dressing. Whisk the vinegar, mustard and honey together in a small bowl. Slowly pour in the olive oil while you continue to whisk. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
3
Place the quinoa in a salad bowl along with the spinach, basil, strawberries, goat cheese and almonds. Add the dressing and toss to combine all ingredients well. Serve the salad alone or if desired, topped with slices of grilled chicken breast.

145

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Quinoa Salad, 1 cup quinoa, rinsed (I used red quinoa), kosher salt and black pepper, 2 cups baby spinach leaves, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Salad With Spinach, Strawberries And Goat Cheese falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Quinoa Salad With Spinach, Strawberries And Goat Cheese

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