QUINOA EDAMAME SALAD aka Traffic Light Salad
Yields: Approximately 12 – 15 servings
Preparation time and cook time: total 15 minutes
Salad Ingredients:
1 cup uncooked quinoa, prepared according to package direction
1 12 oz bag frozen shelled edamame, defrosted
3 scallions chopped
1 red pepper chopped
1 can of yellow corn
1 avocado chopped
Dressing Ingredients:
¼ cup red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp water
½ cup olive oil
1 Packet Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing Packet (0.7oz)
Directions:
In a small pot, combine quinoa and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover; simmer for 12 – 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; set aside.
In a large bowl combine the quinoa, edamame, corn, red pepper, scallions, and avocado; toss to combine. Add dressing; toss to coat.
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