* Exported from MasterCook *
Quinoa Salad
Recipe By : Fresh Fields
This salad is so pretty, and can be considered to be a main dish - just serve
it on pretty lettuce leaves.
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salads Vegetarian
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups quinoa -- uncooked
2 1/2 cups water
6 Tablespoons orange juice
2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt -- optional
1/2 cup corn kernels
1/2 cup scallion -- sliced
1/2 cup red peppers -- diced
2 Tablespoons diced red onion -- finely chopped
Bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and return to a boil, add salt, cover,
reduce heat and simmer 18 minutes. Turn off heat, let sit 15 minutes
(covered). Fluff with a fork in to a bowl to cool. While cooling, fluff
occasionally.
Mix juices, vinegar and salt together. When quinoa is cooled, add dressing
to grain. Fold in vegetables, chill and serve.
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