Green Bean Quinoa Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring protein-packed quinoa, vibrant green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a zesty balsamic-Dijon dressing.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup toasted almonds, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put the quinoa and water in a medium-sized saucepan

Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is done and the water is out

Take it off the heat and let it cool down

Get a pot of water boiling while the quinoa is cooking

Put in the green beans and cook for two to three minutes, until they are bright green and just-right

To stop the cooking, drain and rinse with cold water

Put cooked quinoa, green beans that have been blanched, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and toasted almonds in a large bowl

Put olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk

Add the dressing to the salad and toss it all together

Serve right away or put in the fridge until you're ready to serve

Have fun!