QUINOA SALAD WITH CREAMY BALSAMIC DRESSING

QUINOA SALAD WITH CREAMY BALSAMIC DRESSING

THIS RECIPE IS :

Dairy Free, Healthy, High Fiber, High Protein, Vegan

INGREDIENTS

Creamy Balsamic Dressing

1 shallot

2 cloves garlic

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 tbsp maple syrup

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

3/4 cup olive oil

2 sprigs fresh rosemary (approx. 1 1/2 tbsp)

1/2 tsp sea salt

pinch of pepper

Quinoa 

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 cups water

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup asparagus, chopped,

1/2 cup sliced carrots

1 head broccoli, chopped

PREPARATION

Creamy Balsamic Dressing

Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth and creamy.

There will be extra dressing- use on salads, or steamed veggies, etc.

Quinoa

In a saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and fluff with a fork.

While quinoa is cooking, steam asparagus, carrots, and broccoli until tender.

Combine quinoa, and vegetables and toss with 1/2 cup dressing. 

Enjoy warm or cold.