Quinoa Mediterranean Salad

A healthy, beautiful and wildly delicious quinoa salad! Quinoa and confetti greens are accented with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, cheese and a fabulous balsamic vinaigrette.

Colorful confetti-bits of greens, veggies and cheese make it eye-catching. A delicious balance of bold flavors makes it sensational.

- quinoa - radicchio - baby spinach - fresh basil - kosher salt

Prepare quinoa according to package directions. After cooking, allow to cool completely and fluff with a fork.

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In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, radicchio, spinach, tomatoes, parmesan, basil, feta, pine nuts, garlic, and olives. Stir to combine.

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In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over quinoa mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.

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This salad can easily be made a day or two ahead and refrigerated until serving.

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