Quinoa with blackberries, feta. and pistachios makes a delicious summer side.
Course Salad
Servings 4
Ingredients
¾cupquinoa
1 ½cupswater
1 ½cupsfresh blackberries
2tablespoonsVegetable oil or Olive oil
1tablespoonmaple syrup
1tablespoonapple cider vinegar
½tablespoonDijon mustard
1tablespoonfinely minced shallot
freshly ground black pepper
2/3cupdiced cucumber
1/3cupfeta cheese
¼cupshelled pistachios
fresh mint for garnishoptional
Instructions
Place quinoa in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold water for 30 seconds. Place in a small saucepan, add water and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Place quinoa in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Add shallot and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Pour dressing over quinoa and toss to mix.
Stir in blackberries, feta cheese, and cucumbers. Sprinkle pistachios on top and serve.