Superberry Quinoa Salad
This Superberry Quinoa Salad is the perfect way to fuel your day. With the nutritional powerhouses of aroniaberries and quinoa, you can't go wrong!
Servings 6
Calories 294kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ cup thawed organic frozen aroniaberries divided, or blueberries
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 cup spinach chopped
- ½ cup sliced red onions
- Dressing
- ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a blender, combine ¼ cup of aroniaberries with water. Process until smooth.
- Heat a saucepan to medium and add quinoa. Toast for three minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water mixture and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until the water is absorbed. Remove from stove and allow to sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet and allow to cool.
- Transfer quinoa to a medium bowl. Toss in spinach, red onions and remaining aroniaberries.
- Make dressing by adding vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup and garlic to your blender. Process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss salad with desired amount of dressing and serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition
Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 3.4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1.6mg