Quinoa strawberry salad

By ALICJA

przepis od Gizeli

180 calories, 9g fat ,5g protein,21g carbs, 4g fibre.

suggested serving alongside grilled chicken breasts.

Ingredients

• FOR THE SALAD:
• 1 cup (250 ml) quinoa
• 2 cups(500 ml) sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 cup (250 ml) peas,thawed if frozen
• 2/3 cup (160 ml)chopped fresh mint
• 1 green onion,thinly sliced
• FOR THE DRESSING:
• 1/4 CUP(60ml) canola oil
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt,pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

FOR THE DRESSING:

In a small bowl, whisk together oil,lemon juice and zest,mustard,sugar,salt and pepper.Set aside.


FOR THE SALAD:

Place quinoa in a sieve.Remove any pieces of grit,rinse well under cold running water.Transfer to medium saucepan and add 2 cups (500ml)water;bring to boil.Reduce heat and simmer for 25 min. or until tender.Drain off any liquid.Transfer to a bowl.Stir in dressing.

to serve,add strawberries,peas,mint and green onion; mix well.