Whole Food’s California Quinoa Salad
Total Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Rating
4.91 out of 5 stars
(10)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 cup quinoa
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 mango, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup shelled edamame
- ⅓ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
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Preparation
Step 1
In a large saucepan of 2 cups water, cook quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and lime zest; set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, mango, bell pepper, edamame, red onion, coconut flakes, almonds, raisins and cilantro. Pour the balsamic vinegar mixture on top of the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 4
Serve immediately.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
You can add extra mangos and extra coconut for a tropical twist.
This salad is incredibly healthy, nutritious, and bikini-friendly.
