Quinoa Salad
This super easy quinoa salad made with arugula, strawberries, goat cheese and pecans is both sweet and savory! High in protein and fiber, this salad delivers on both nutrition and flavor! This salad is addictive! The quinoa is light and fluffy, the arugula delivers a nice peppery bite, the strawberries are sweet and juicy, the goat cheese adds a great punch of flavor, and the nuts offer great texture. The dressing has just the right balance of sweetness and acid to push it over the top. How to make quinoa Quinoa is simple to make. It’s similar to making rice, but it’s not as finicky. You put one part quinoa to two parts water or stock, along with a little bit of salt in your saucepan. Bring it to a boil, turn the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is light and fluffy. The Dressing The dressing is a simple vinaigrette made by blending together 1/4 cup strawberry jelly, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, a pinch of salt and pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Artzy Foodie Pro Tip: A puree of 8 ounces of strawberries and 2 tbsp honey is a great substitute for strawberry jelly. Assembling the salad To a large bowl, add 4 cups baby arugula, a pint of sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese, and 1/4 cup of pecans. Add 1-2 cups of the cooked quinoa, depending how much you would like, and toss the salad in the vinaigrette. Does quinoa salad store well Because the arugula tends to become soggy after it has been tossed in the dressing for a long period of time, it’s best to store the ingredients separately and toss together only as much as you will be serving. Healthy, fresh, flavorful, and delicious! Enjoy! If you like this recipe, you might also like: Fresh Fruit Salad Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad Southwestern Black Bean Salad For more great recipes like this one, subscribe to Artzy Foodie to get all the latest tasty goodness straight to your inbox! And, be sure to follow and share on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram! This super easy quinoa salad made with arugula, strawberries, goat cheese and pecans is both sweet and savory! High in protein and fiber, this salad delivers on both nutrition and flavor!