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Peach Quinoa Salad

Peach Quinoa Salad

Cost $10.5, save $8

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  • 20 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $10.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Base Ingredient

    • 1/3 cup quinoa
    • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • Vegetables

    • 3 ounces fresh spinach
    • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
    • 🧅 1/3 cup red onion
  • Fruits

    • 🍑 3 small peaches
    • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • Nuts

    • 1/2 cup pecan pieces
  • Dairy

    • 2 tablespoons feta
  • Dressing

    • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 2 teaspoons honey

STEPS

1

Place quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water. Drain.

2

Bring broth to a boil over medium heat in a saucepan. Add quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.

3

Meanwhile, combine spinach, bell pepper, pecans, and drained red onion slices in a salad bowl.

4

In a small bowl, toss peach slices with orange juice (to slow oxidation) and add to the salad bowl.

5

For dressing, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and salt and pepper in a small container or jar with a lid. Place the lid on the container and shake until ingredients are well blended.

6

Add quinoa to the salad ingredients, pour dressing over, and gently toss to combine. Garnish with feta crumbles and serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

355

Calories

  • 4
    Protein
  • 25
    Carbs
  • 28
    Fats

💡 For added crunch, consider lightly toasting the pecans before adding them to the salad.This salad is ideal for meal prep; keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain optimal freshness.Use ripe peaches for the best sweetness and texture.