Name: Simple Quinoa Side Salad
Ingredients: 6 cups lettuce, I used a combination of butter lettuce, spinach and arugula; 1 cup cooked quinoa, any color you like, I used red. Quinoa should be cold or room temperature.; 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot; 1/2 cup of dried cranberries; 2-3 tablespoons roasted, salted sunflower seeds; 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette, or more to taste

Description

Simple to make, but complex in flavor and full of protein. A great addition to your dinner, or a healthy lunch!

Ingredients

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6 cups lettuce, I used a combination of butter lettuce, spinach and arugula
1 cup cooked quinoa, any color you like, I used red. Quinoa should be cold or room temperature.
2 tablespoons finely diced shallot
1/2 cup of dried cranberries
2–3 tablespoons roasted, salted sunflower seeds
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette, or more to taste

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Instructions

Layer all the ingredients in your serving bowl.
Serve with balsamic vinaigrette. Enjoy!

Notes

You could also add some cubed feta cheese.