Cherry Vanilla Almond Quinoa Salad

 

This sweet and healthy quinoa dish pairs perfectly with summer BBQ, or make it a filling lunch by adding chopped chicken breast.

 

 

The Recipe

Cherry Vanilla Almond Quinoa Salad
Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked to package directions and cooled
• 1 14.5 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup celery, chopped
• ¼ cup green onion, copped
• 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
• ¼ cup slivered almonds
• 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 1 tsp. quality pure vanilla extract (imitation is not recommended )

Directions

1. Combine cooled quinoa, chickpeas, celery, green onion, cherries and almonds in a large bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, honey and vanilla extract. Pour over the other ingredients and toss. Refrigerate until ready to eat.

 

Nutrition (for 1/8^th recipe): Calories 265, Fat 8.5g, Carbs 42.9g, Protein 12.8g

 

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