Strawberry Quinoa Salad Recipe

Here’s a guilt-free dish with fresh spinach, avocado, bright-red strawberries, and quinoa for a boost of essential amino acids.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups baby spinach
• 2 cup strawberries, halved
• 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced
• ½ cup cooked quinoa
• ¼ cup pecan halves
• ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese

For the balsamic vinaigrette:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, to taste

Preparations:

1. To make vinaigrette: whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and sugar in a small bowl; set aside
2. Place spinach in a large bowl; top with strawberries, avocado, quinoa, pecans and goat cheese. Pour dressing on top of the salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.

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