July 6, 2022
Light and Fresh Salad
Light and Fresh Salad
Category
Side Dishes
Servings
2
Prep Time
10 minutes
We love this salad when we're not too hungry or on days when we're not as active. It’s light and refreshing!
Author:
True Citrus
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 2 c
(or 3 cups) of arugula
- 1 c
(or 2 cups) mixed veggies: cucumbers, sprouts, tomatoes, red peppers, cilantro or parsley
Sprinkle of toasted almonds
- 1/2 c
chilled quinoa
- 1/2
sliced pear
- 1/2
can albacore tuna (optional)
White kidney beans (optional)
For the dressing:
- 1 tbsp
extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp
white wine or champagne vinegar
- 2
packets of True Orange
- 1/2 tsp
dijon mustard
Dash of sea salt
Directions
- Assemble salad: arugula, cucumbers, sprouts, tomatoes, red peppers, cilantro (or parsley), chilled quinoa, and almonds.
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a mason jar. Cover and shake to mix.
- Drizzle 2-3 ounces of dressing over salad and serve.
- Refrigerate remaining dressing.