Super Red Quinoa Salad

Photo: L Stogdill

1 ½ c. white kidney beans, cooked & rinsed

2 c. red quinoa steamed

1 large head of lettuce, washed & chopped

½ red onion, finely chopped

1 large English cucumber, chopped

1 tub grape tomatoes

1 bell pepper, diced

1 large carrot, grated

1 c. slivered almonds

Combine all ingredients in large bowl.

Chill until ready to serve.

Toss with dressing before serving.

Dressing

2/3 c. olive oil

1/3 c. golden balsamic vinegar

Salt & pepper to taste

Notes: I adapted the Super Nutritious Summer Salad recipe from Chef Brad's Those Wonderful Grains II cookbook