Simple Cherry Quinoa Salad with Balsamic Dressing (vegan, gluten-free)
A refreshing and easy summer salad that will keep you full and satisfied. This cherry quinoa salad with balsamic dressing is light and so delicious!
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Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
Salad
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
- 4 big handfuls of arugula/spinach (I did a mixture of both)
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package’s instructions.
- While quinoa is cooking, making the dressing. Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well combined.
- When quinoa is done, add it to a big mixing bowl. Then add the cherries, arugula/spinach, and chopped pecans. Drizzle dressing over it and mix until everything is well combined. Enjoy!
Servings: 4