Instructions

For the Salad:

1. In a medium pot, boil 6-8 cups of water over high heat. Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer. When the water is boiling, slowly add the quinoa and boil uncovered for 11-14 minutes. After 10 minutes, start checking the quinoa for doneness. The quinoa is done when the “dot” in the middle of the quinoa starts to disappear and when some of the white filaments start to come off the seeds. Drain the quinoa over a fine mesh strainer and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon to combine the quinoa with the rest of the ingredients. Add 3/4 of the dressing and toss thoroughly. Season to taste with extra salt and pepper. Toss in the remaining dressing right before serving.

For the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, use a wire whisk to blend ingredients.