Author Notes: I wanted a recipe that would be a great complimentary recipe or that with a few additions could be a stand alone dish! Add Nutritional yeast and kale for a great twist with added protein.
You could also use different colored Quinoas —englishchef3
Serves: 8 – 10
Ingredients
Salad
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1
cup Rinsed Quinoa
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1/2
cup Black Eyed Peas
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1/2
cup Diced Tomato
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1/2
cup Diced Cucumber
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1/2
cup Fresh Corn
Dressing
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1/8
cup Olive oil
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1/8
cup Lime Juice
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1
teaspoon Honey
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1
teaspoon Mrs Dash Seasoning
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1
teaspoon Spicy Mustard
Directions
Salad
- Cook the quinoa over a slow heat for approximately 20 minutes or until fluffy.
- Dice your tomatoes, cucumber, and cut the corn off the cobb. (Ensure your vegetables are well rinsed – the corn can be used raw if nice and sweet)
- Rinse the quinoa in cold water once cooked to chill, then combine all ingredients.
Dressing
- Combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Dress the salad with the dressing – best to chill for an hour before serving. Enjoy.