Quinoa and Bean Salad with Basil Balsamic Dressing

P126

Bought some gorgeous homegrown basil from Koreatown and had some leftover quinoa from last night's dinner. Result was a quick and healthy lunch salad. Will definitely make again!

Ingredients:

1 can mixed beans
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup quinoa
2 vine tomatoes, chopped

For the dressing:
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil (or thereabouts)
1 clove garlic, minced
1tbsp Dijon mustard
Salt ad pepper to taste

Directions:

1. To make dressing, mix garlic, balsamic and Dijon in a small bowl. Slowly pour olive oil into mixture while beating until it emulsified (thickens). Add salt and pepper.

2. Make quinoa according to pakage instructions. Allow to cool.

3. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Add dressing according to taste. (about 3/4 of the dressing worked for me)

Serves 2.