SANDRA’S LIGHT and HEALTHY QUINOA (“KEEN-WA”) FIESTA SALAD

Quinoa has more protein then other grains.

It is full of iron and B and E vitamins,

contains more calcium then milk,

and it’s easy to digest...

Serves: (4)

Prep: 5 Mins.

Cook: 15 Mins.

INGREDIENTS

Quinoa:

1/2 cup organic whole-grain quinoa, washed and drained

1 cup water

Pinch of kosher salt

Salad additions:

1 fresh corn on the cob, cooked with kernels removed

1 avocado, chopped

1 tomato, chopped

1 green onion, sliced on the diagonal

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

¼ teaspoon cumin

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

METHOD

Bring the water, salt, and quinoa to a boil over medium-high heat in a small saucepan.  Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.  Place the quinoa in a medium bowl to cool, with a damp paper towel placed over top of bowl so the quinoa doesn’t dry out while steam escapes. 

Add the remaining salad ingredients to bowl, toss to combine, and serve. ~ Enjoy!