Superfood Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup cooked black beans
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place the quinoa in a medium saucepan and add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, almonds, feta, cranberries, red onion, and celery.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Serve the salad immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.
• Black beans are high in fiber and low in fat.
• Almonds are an excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium.
• Feta cheese is high in calcium.
• Cranberries are high in antioxidants.