Quinoa Salad with Tart Cherries, Figs, and Pomegranate Seeds

We love the high protein grain Quinoa, and pairing it with our super juicy naturally sweet dried fruit makes it even more delicious.  

Servings & Time

Yield: 8 servings

Active Time: 15 min

INGREDIENTS

• Salad
• 1½ cups uncooked quinoa
• 3/4 cups Fruit Bliss Tart Cherries
• 8 figs, fresh or dried, cut in pieces or halves
• 1 apple, thinly sliced, soaked in lemon juice
• 1 cup fresh parsley, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds

DRESSING

• 2 tbsp mustard
• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 1 tbsp raw honey
• 1 oz fresh ginger or 1 tsp ginger powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• salt & pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook the quinoa according to packaging.
2. Mix all ingredients of the salad together.
3. Make dressing and pour right before serving.
4. Enjoy at room temperature, cold or slightly warm.