When I first encountered strawberries in a green salad years ago I didn’t quite know what to make of it. They’re red, but they’re not tomatoes, what are they doing there? One bite and I was a convert! Strawberries are juicy, tart, and sweet and make a playful addition to salads of all kinds, including a quinoa salad.
Our quinoa salad is pretty straightforward but with layers of flavor. There’s the nutty quinoa base, with a zesty orange vinaigrette. Baby arugula provides a peppery green. There are toasted almonds for crunch, and sliced green onions for the necessary allium. Interspersed are chunks of ripe strawberries for the wow factor.
Perfect for a potluck gathering or a festive lunch. Enjoy!
Strawberry Arugula Quinoa Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 10 strawberries, cored and quartered
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2-3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 Tbsp thinly sliced fresh mint
- 2 cups of baby arugula greens
Vinaigrette ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp orange zest
- 3 Tbsp orange juice
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
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