Can life be any better! Everyone can eat this, it tastes AMAZING, and it's Healthy too!!
Complexity Level: Easy
Miso Dressed Quinoa SaladComplexity Level: Easy
What You Need:
2 cups Cooked Quinoa (about 1 cup raw)
1 tbsp Miso Paste (I use Shrio -- it's bonito free)
1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
1 tsp Black Vinegar*
3 Green Onions, chopped
1/4 cup Dried Currants
1/4 cup Dried Craisins
4 Clementines, peeled
To start, if you haven't already, prepare the quinoa. I cook this like rice, 1 cup Quinoa, 2 cups Water, 1 tsp Salt. Bring to boil, stir, cover, simmer. Let this simmer 15-20 minutes. Turn off heat, stir, cover, walk away. I let this sit 5 minutes then drain and rinse.
Miso and Vinegar whisked together (above) |
Black Vinegar has a unique, floral, scent and taste. It's worth looking for to have. Your local Asian Markets should be able to help you find it! |
Cuties, Green Onions, Currants, and Craisins make this Sweet and Crunchy! |
Enjoy ;) I sure did... and guiltlessly too!
You can add nuts if you want! That would make this a complete feast!
I love foods that are naturally vegan. BE cautious with your miso purchases -- many are seasoned with BONITO which is dried fish flakes. Here's to all of us having a healthy and rewarding 2012!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to use miso! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks Tiffany ;) I am so obsessed with Miso Soup, but realized there are so many more options.... and so the experiments began!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by!!!!
Oh, my! This looks absolutely stunning! I am new to quinoa, but I just love it! This recipe is terrific!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann! I ate this for 3 straight days and kept wanting more. WHat a simple, healthy, and "fruitful" dish ;) Have a great day, thanks for stopping by!!!
ReplyDeleteOh this salad looks a-mazing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Peggy ;) So I think it's stating to be obvious I'm taking on a healthy wave of cooking for 2012 -- not that I never cook healthy, but I've decided to share more of my recipes that I customize for myself! This one was fabulous and a great salad to pack for work! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a note for me ;) I hope you get a chance to make this-- it's super yummy!!
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