Sweet Berry Quinoa

By mahto

Ingredients

• Serves 4
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 pint blackberries
• 1 pint raspberries
• 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
• 2 cups mixed greens
• 1 scallion, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp stevia powder
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
• 2 Tbsp Barlean's ground flax seeds

Preparation

Step 1

COOK quinoa according to package directions. Remove from heat and set aside to cool for 20 minutes.

COMBINE cooked quinoa, blackberries, raspberries, basil, mixed greens and scallions; gently toss to combine in a large bowl. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 25 minutes.

In a separate bowl, WHISK remaining ingredients.

REMOVE quinoa salad from the fridge; gently toss with balsamic dressing. Serve chilled with additional lemon zest.