Zesty Quinoa & Spinach Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa (make sure to use water or gluten-free stock)
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (omit for dairy-free)
• 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds

For the Lemon Herb Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the quinoa according to package instructions using water or gluten-free vegetable broth. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
2. In a serving bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
3. In a small jar or bowl, combine the ingredients for the lemon herb dressing: extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, chopped parsley, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Shake well or whisk to combine.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure that all the ingredients are well coated.
5. Sprinkle feta cheese and toasted nuts on top of the salad just before serving.
6. Serve this refreshing Zesty Quinoa & Spinach Salad as a light main course or a side dish.

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