Quinoa Citrus Salad

Portion Size: ½ cup

Ingredients:     Yields: 8 servings

IngredientsNotes:
2 cups quinoaUncooked
2 cups low sodium broth 
2 cups water 
½ cup fresh orange juice 
2 tablespoons lemon juice 
2 tablespoons oil 
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard 
3 teaspoons honey 
1 tablespoon curry powder 
3 tablespoons red onionWashed and minced
½ cup golden raisins 
½ cup toasted sliced almond 
½ teaspoon salt 

Directions:

Steps:Directions:Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Bring the quinoa, vegetable broth and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. 
2Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. 
3While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, honey and curry powder in a mixing bowl. 
4Stir in the cooked quinoa, red onion and raisins, season to taste with sea salt. Cover, and chill in refrigerator until cold. 
5Stir in half of the toasted almonds immediately before serving. 
6Sprinkle the remaining almonds over top to serve. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates