Quinoa Salad

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Ready In: 60 Minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

1/2 cup quinoa

1 cup water

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons orange juice

1 clove garlic, finely minced

2 scallions, thinly sliced

1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

2 tablespoons raisins

2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

1 orange, peeled and coarsely chopped

1 cup chopped cooked chicken (optional)

salt and pepper

Directions:

1. In a strainer rinse the quinoa under running water and drain. Combine the quinoa and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until all the of the water is absorbed. In a large bowl combine the remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the quinoa and mix well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

By RecipeOfHealth.com