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Tomato Spinach Quinoa Salad
This easy to make tomato spinach quinoa salad is such an simple side dish ready in just minutes. Full of fresh summer ingredients and an easy homemade dressing, there are no more questions about what's for dinner! Gluten free, vegan, simple dinner recipe.
Rinse quinoa. Add quinoa and water to a pot and cook covered over medium heat for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.*
While quinoa is cooking, chop tomato, red onion and spinach.
Make the dressing
*This recipe works best with cold or room temperature quinoa, but can be made with hot quinoa, but spinach might wilt.
White balsamic Dressing
In a small jar with a lid, add the olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, herbs and pinch of salt. Put lid on tightly and shake vigerously for 10-15 seconds. The oil and vinegar should emulsify and become a cohesive dressing. You can also add 1/4 tsp. dijon musttard if you are having trouble getting the oil and vinegar to mix. Taste and add water and pepper.
Chop basil right before serving. Add tomato, red onion, spinach and dressing to quinoa. Stir to combine. Serve immediately or within 1-2 hours.
Notes
To make this recipe paleo and Whole30 friendly, you can use cauliflower rice in place of the quinoa!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
289
Fat
15
g
Carbohydrates
31
g
Fiber
3
g
Sugar
8
g
Protein
5
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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