Nutrition Quinoa almond berry breakfast salad

Quinoa almond berry breakfast salad

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I’ve recently started reading a bunch of new health/fitness blogs and one of my favourites of the bunch is “Oh She Glows” by Angela Liddon. She includes a bit of everything on her blog: breakfasts, lunches, dinners and the most delectable-looking treats I’ve ever seen. Everything is vegan and lot is also gluten-free. This recipe falls into both categories. You can find the original link here.

So pretty you almost don't want to eat it!
So pretty you almost don't want to eat it!

Yield: 2-3 as a main, 4-6 as a side.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup dry quinoa
  • 1 pint strawberries, sliced (2.5-3 cups)
  • 16 oz. fresh blueberries (1.5-2 cups)
  • 1 cup cherries, pitted and sliced (I used fresh peaches instead)
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (or lemon might work!)
  • Pinch of kosher salt (I left this out)
  • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped

Directions:

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, chop the fruit and place in a large bowl.

3. Mix the dressing ingredients (maple syrup, balsamic, lime juice, salt) in a small jar and adjust to taste if necessary. Note: You may have to double the dressing recipe if your salad is quite large.

4. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add to large bowl with fruit. Combine. Pour on dressing and mix well. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until serving time. Serves 2-3 as a main or 4-6 as a side. Or if you are reeeeally hungry 2 people!

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