Strawberry Almond Mint Quinoa Salad

Strawberry Almond Mint Quinoa Salad is loaded with crunchy quinoa, juicy strawberries, salted almonds, and fresh mint, tossed in a light honey maple vinaigrette. It’s the perfect blend of flavors and a great refreshing summer salad for every occasion!

One of my favorite things about summer is all of the delicious in-season fruits. We have a strawberry patch in my yard, so there is always an abundance of fresh, ripe strawberries. While I love using them in my baking recipes, like strawberry buttercream cake, I also love using them in savory dishes. Strawberries add sweetness to the savory quinoa and salted nuts, and the honey maple dressing pulls it all together.

Simple and Nutritious Ingredients

Strawberries – loads of vitamin C and antioxidants

Olive oil – healthy source of fat

Almonds – whole of healthy fats, fiber and protein

Quinoa – good source of plant-based protein and fiber (also a great gluten-free option)

Strawberry Almond Mint Quinoa Salad

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (chopped into small pieces)
• 2 tbs chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
• DRESSING
• 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
• 1/2 clove garlic (or 1/2 tsp minced)
• 1/2 tsp maple syrup
• Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

• Cook quinoa according to directions and fluff with a fork, then place in a large bowl
• Stir in the dressing until evenly coated
• Toss in the strawberries, mint, and crushed almonds
• Dressing
• Put all of the ingredients in one bowl and whisk with a fork until they are fully blended

Storing Strawberry Almond Mint Quinoa Salad

Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Add some fresh mint to the top of leftovers.

Strawberry Almond Mint Quinoa Salad

Loaded with crunchy quinoa, juicy strawberries, salted almonds, and fresh mint, tossed in a light honey maple vinaigrette.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine main dishes, salad

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• ½ cup chopped strawberries
• 2 tbs chopped almonds
• ¼ cup finely chopped mint
• DRESSING
• 2 tbsps olive oil
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
• ½ clove garlic or 1/2 tsp minced
• ½ tsp maple syrup
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Cook quinoa according to directions and place in a medium bowl
• Stir in the dressing until evenly coated
• Fold in the strawberries, mint, and crushed almonds
• Dressing
• Put all of the ingredients in one bowl and whisk together until they are fully blended

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