Oh She Glows High Protein Quinoa Almond Berry Salad

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 3
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 393.5
  • Total Fat: 8.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 72.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 74.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 11.8 g
  • Protein: 10.4 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Oh She Glows High Protein Quinoa Almond Berry Salad calories by ingredient


Introduction

Vegan, gluten free Vegan, gluten free
Number of Servings: 3

Ingredients

    3/4 cup dry quinoa
    1 pint strawberries, sliced (2.5-3 cups)
    16 oz. fresh blueberries (1.5-2 cups)
    1 cup cherries, pitted and sliced
    2 tbsp pure maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
    1 tsp balsamic vinegar
    1 tbsp fresh lime juice (or lemon might work!)
    Pinch of kosher salt
    1/2 cup almonds, chopped



    Read more: http://ohsheglows.com/2011/06/20/high-protein-quinoa-almond-berry-salad/#ixzz2aa1GtUVF

Directions

Directions:
1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, chop the fruit and place in a large bowl.
3. Mix the dressing ingredients (maple syrup, balsamic, lime juice, salt) in a small jar and adjust to taste if necessary. Note: You may have to double the dressing recipe if your salad is quite large.
4. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add to large bowl with fruit. Combine. Pour on dressing and mix well. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until serving time. Serves 2-3 as a main or 4-6 as a side. Or if you are reeeeally hungry 2 people!


Read more: http://ohsheglows.com/2011/06/20/high-protein-quinoa-almond-berry-salad/#ixzz2aa1cfTnw

Serving Size: makes 3 entree servings or 4-6 side servings

Number of Servings: 3

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MBESSEY9.