Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and cook with water, simmer for 15 minutes, then cool.
- Make pecan brittle by heating honey/maple syrup and pecans, then cool and break into pieces.
- Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Combine quinoa, strawberries, and feta in a bowl, drizzle dressing, toss, and top with pecan brittle.
Notes
- Feta cheese is optional and can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust the sweetness of the salad by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian