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Quinoa Salad over Greens

from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings: 3 to 4
Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 15 oz. can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups chopped greens spinach, kale, chard etc.

For the dressing:

  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbs. maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. dried basil

Instructions

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan.
  • Reduce the heat and cover, simmer for 15 minutes.
  • When the quinoa is finished, run it under cold water to cool.
  • Place in a large bowl with the bell pepper, carrot and kidney beans.

For the dressing:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, mustard, oregano, and basil.
  • Pour this dressing over the quinoa, tossing to coat.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 3to 4 | Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 454mg | Potassium: 1083mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 7480IU | Vitamin C: 62mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 8mg