Whole Foods Sweet Southwestern Quinoa Salad

This Quinoa salad is a perfect blend of Sweet and Southwestern featuring flavors from cumin to maple syrup. A popular Quinoa recipe served at the Whole Foods prepared food case. Delicious! 

What you'll need:

1. equal measures of tri-colored or white quinoa
2. green lentils
3. 1/4 red pepper, diced
4. 1/4 yellow pepper, diced
5. 1/4 green pepper, diced
6. 1/4 red onion, diced
7. 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
8. 1 cup dried cranberries
9. 2 stalks of celery, diced 
10. 2 cups of spinach (optional)

Dressing:

1. 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2. 2 tablespoons maple syrup
3. 1 tablespoon cumin
4. 2 gloves garlic, minced
5. 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
6. fresh salt and pepper

Directions:

• Prepare quinoa and lentils as directed
• Mix dressing ingredients in a medium bowl, mixing well
• Combine quinoa, lentils and dressing in large bowl and toss
• Spoon onto a bed of fresh spinach

Dish can be served hot or cold. 

Enjoy!