Quinoa, Grape, and Prune Salad

This quinoa salad is loaded with flavor, perfect for a great lunch or healthy side dish!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 351 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cups water
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup sliced green onion
• 1 cup quinoa
• ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ cup thinly sliced celery
• 1 cup halved red grapes
• ½ cup Sunsweet® D'Noir™ Prunes, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer; drain well. Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let cool.

Step 2

Place in a large bowl with remaining salad ingredients. Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over salad; toss well to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.