This nutrient-packed salad is perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or can be combined with some chicken for a protein focused healthy dish!

Ingredients:

Quinoa:

• 1 cup white quinoa
• Canola oil
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt

Dressing:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 1/2 tsp reduced balsamic vinegar
• Salt
• Black pepper

Salad Ingredients:

• Generously chopped green onion
• Chopped celery
• Chopped snow peas
• 1 small onion cubed
• Handful of chopped cilantro
• Spring of chopped basil
• 5-10 chopped mint leaves
• 1 finely chopped chili
• Handful of cranberries
• Handful of fresh blueberries

Instructions:

1. Rinse quinoa and drain
2. Heat oil in a pan, lightly toast quinoa for 1-2 minutes
3. Add water and salt, simmer covered (like rice) until cooked. Let cool
4. Chop all veggies & herbs, then mix with quinoa
5. Whisk dressing ingredients, toss with salad
6. Adjust seasoning as you see fit, then enjoy!