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Quinoa Salad with Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette
[Vegan]

CD By: Caroline Doucet

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SUMMER QUINOA SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE

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Quinoa Salad with Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette [Vegan]

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Vegan

Summer quinoa salad with dijon vinaigrette. A simple salad made with quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh summer herbs. Stir in a zesty Dijon vinaigrette for a delicious and light summer meal.

Ingredients You Need for Quinoa Salad with Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette [Vegan]

For the Quinoa Salad:

1 cup quinoa, dry
1 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
3 cups English cucumber, diced
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup green onion, sliced

For the Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette:

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
2 teaspoons dijon mustard (or prepared mustard)
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 small garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Quinoa Salad with Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette [Vegan]

Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under a fine mesh sieve if desired. Add to a small saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes or until the water has been absorbed. Let it cool.
Prepare the dressing: In a blender, add all the vinaigrette ingredients. Blend until smooth.
Add tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and green onion to a medium bowl. Add the cooled quinoa and dressing. Toss it all together until combined. Serve warm or cold.

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