Quinoa Nicoise Salad

The holidays are over and it's time to switch from gluttony to punishment. Meaning it's time to switch our diets from luxury treats to salads and lighter fare.

Without sparing any flavor, I am pleased to present my Quinoa Nicoise Salad, a delicious new modernization on the classic French dish. This healthful, hearty salad will leave your tummy full and your taste buds pleased.

Quinoa Nicoise Salad

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked red quinoa
1 cup cooked, chopped green beans
1 can tuna, drained
1 large shallot, diced
4 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
8-10 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved

Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/8 cup red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. Honey
Pinch salt, pepper and oregano
1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions:

Combine dressing ingredients in the base of a large bowl. Whisk until combined and slightly thickened.

Layer salad ingredients onto dressing and toss gently.

Spoon salad onto a bed of your favorite greens and serve.

Recipe yeilds two large entrees size servings.

Quinoa Nicoise Salad Recipe