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Cherry Kissed Quinoa Salad

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Here we go, the sweet fruits of summer have arrived!  Cherries top the list as one of our favorite stone fruits in the Kelly house.  I typically have a bowl of these rosy-cheeked treats in the refrigerator for quick snacking – they’re sweet, juicy, and one of nature’s most beautiful seasonal fruits.  Today we’re sharing our Cherry Kissed Quinoa Salad – perfect for a light meal, lunch, or snack.  

Cherry Kissed Quinoa Salad

What to consider when purchasing cherries:

  • Cherries are typically only available between May and August.   
  • Cherries are listed as number 18 on the Environmental Working Group (EWG.org) “Shoppers Guide to Pesticide in Produce.”  
  • Conventional cherries are often coated with a fungicidal residue to help extend shelf life.  This residue is difficult to wash off.
  • Look for organic cherries that are firm, dark in color, and still have the stems attached. 

Products used in this recipe:

  • TruRoots Organic Sprouted Quinoa
  • Flora 7 Sources oil from 
  • Selina Naturally Fine Celtic Sea Salt
  • Cherry Kissed Quinoa Salad
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    Ingredients
    1. 2 cups cooked quinoa, prepared according to package directions
    2. 1 cup pitted organic cherries, chopped
    3. 1/4 cup slivered almonds
    4. 2-3 scallions, chopped
    5. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
    6. Pinch of high-quality sea salt
    7. Fresh ground pepper to taste
    8. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    9. 1 tablespoons 7 Sources oil
    10. 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    Instructions
    1. Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Refrigerate until ready to make salad.
    2. In a medium size bowl, combine cherries, almonds, scallions, parsley, sea salt and pepper.
    3. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice and maple syrup.
    4. Pour over salad and toss until well combined.
    5. ENJOY!
    Notes
    1. vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
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