When my mom served up a quinoa salad the other day for dinner , I was a little leery.
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I mean, those little quinoa things are a little creepy looking :: Â Admit it :: you’ve thought it too!
This salad was my first quinoa experience and I couldn’t even wait a week before making it for myself!
It’s quite simple, really. Â There aren’t many directions other than mix together and stir. Â I mean, it’s a salad, so put everything in a bowl and stir!~ Â
Fruity Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
For the salad::
1 cup small shrimp {optional}
1/2 cup dry quinoa
1/3 red onion, chopped
1 orange, peeled and segments chopped
1 avocado, chopped
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup cilantro
salt and pepper
For the dressing ::
2 TB. freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
dash of sugar
salt and pepper
3 TB. EVOO
Instructions
Cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Set aside to cool.
Combine cooled quinoa with red onion, orange segments, avocado, beans, pomegranate, cilantro, salt & pepper.
For The Dressing ::
Add lemon juice, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper into a small bowl and which in oil.
 
I am so excited to try this recipe. I love new ways with Quinoa!