Nutty Quinoa Salad

* Exported from MasterCook Mac *

Nutty Quinoa Salad

Recipe By : The New Basics
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegan Ethnic
Grains Vegetarian
Asian Healthwise

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups quinoa
4 cups water
1 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup sesame oil
6 scallions -- sliced
1 cup peanuts -- roasted
1 cup mandarin oranges -- sections
4 tablespoons fresh mint -- chopped
4 tablespoons orange zest -- grated

1. Combine the quina and water in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Then add the raisins and
continue cooking until al the liquid has evaporated, 5 minutes. Remove the pan
from the heat and spread the mixture out on a baking sheet. Let it cool
completely.
2. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa and raisins with all the remaining
ingredients. Toss gently and serve.

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Per serving: 450 Calories; 25g Fat (48% calories from fat); 11g Protein; 50g
Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 21mg Sodium