quinoa, artichoke and kalamata salad
- Number of Servings: 10
Ingredients
4 cups prepared quinoa The Basic Quinoa Recipe basic method. 3 cups water 1.5 cup quinoa Place quinoa and water in a 2-quart saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until all the water is absorbed (about 15 minutes).6 oz. fresh spinach1 tbsp olive oil1 large garlic clove – minced2 cups walnuts – chopped and toasted½ cup kalamata olives – chopped1 ½ cups marinated artichoke hearts - chopped1 scallion - choppedsalt and pepper to tastedressing1/2 large lemon1 Tbs olive oil1 1/2 Tbs white wine vinegar1 tsp dijon mustardsalt and pepper to taste
1. In medium bowl combine dressing ingredients; whisk together until smooth and slightly creamy. Set aside.
2. In large skillet add 1Tbsp olive oil and minced garlic. Add spinach, a pinch of salt and pepper and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until wilted.
3. Remove and put in colander to drain excess water.
4. In large mixing bowl combine quinoa with artichokes, olives, spinach and walnuts. Add dressing and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Chill for 1 hour.
6. Garnish with fresh scallions and lemon zest.
Serving Size: 6 servings
2. In large skillet add 1Tbsp olive oil and minced garlic. Add spinach, a pinch of salt and pepper and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until wilted.
3. Remove and put in colander to drain excess water.
4. In large mixing bowl combine quinoa with artichokes, olives, spinach and walnuts. Add dressing and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Chill for 1 hour.
6. Garnish with fresh scallions and lemon zest.
Serving Size: 6 servings
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 392.6
- Total Fat: 28.4 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 484.7 mg
- Total Carbs: 31.8 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.8 g
- Protein: 7.8 g
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