Maple Balsamic Quinoa Salad

Maple Balsamic Quinoa Salad

•     1 2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed

•     1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

•     1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

•     1/3 cup pure maple syrup

•     1 cup dried unsweetened cranberries  

•     4 to 5 scallions, thinly sliced

•     1 tsp sea salt, plus additional to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool completely.

•     Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and maple syrup.

•     Add 3/4 cup dressing to quinoa. Stir in cranberries, scallions and salt. Refrigerate

overnight. Serve cold or at room temperature; just before serving, stir in remaining 1/4 cup dressing and season with salt.

Nutrients per serving (1 cup quinoa salad): Calories: 325, Total Fat: 12 g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6.5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.5 g, Carbs: 49 g, Fiber: 5 g, Sugars: 20 g, Protein: 7 g, Sodium: 247 mg, Cholesterol: 0 mg