Ingredients

  • Salad:
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup halved red grapes
  • 1/2 cup Sunsweet(R) D'NoirTM Prunes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
  • Dressing:
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method

  • Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer; drain well. Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let cool.
  • Place in a large bowl with remaining salad ingredients. Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over salad; toss well to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.