Description
The BEST quinoa and arugula salad recipe is bright, fresh, + flavorful. The perfect side to a grilled dinner or easy lunch. Ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 1 cup raw quinoa
- 8 cups arugula, washed
- 1/2 cup almonds, roasted and chopped
For the Vinaigrette:
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice (about one lemon)
- 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 3 Tbsp. minced shallots (about one)
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare quinoa as directed and let cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss quinoa, arugula, and dressing together. Sprinkle with chopped almonds.
Notes
- This salad is best made ahead of time to let the flavors deepen, and it’s great the next day.
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