Cherry Limeade Vinaigrette on Cherry Quinoa Salad
/Fresh cherries should definately be enjoyed when they come into season. The trouble of de-pitting them is worth it for their unique flavor and crunch. This healthy salad is great warm or cold and can be a light meal or a tasty side.
Vinagrette Ingredients:
1/4 cup EVOO
1/4 cup cherry limeade balsamic vinegar
1 Tablespoon champagne vinegar
1 Tablespoon Dijan style mustard
Salad Ingredients:
1 cup raw quinoa cooked per instructions
2 cups chopped dark greens (chard, black kale, baby spinach, arugula or a mix)
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 cup fresh pitted cherries cut in halves or quarters.
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup grated white cheddar cheese
Preparation
Whisk together the vinagrette ingredients until an emulsion forms. You will not use all of it on the salad so store the remainder in a masion jar to add in or for future use. If it separates, just shake the jar!
Place salad ingredients in a bowl, add 1/4 cup of the dressing and toss. This will make a lightly dressed salad. You can offer the remainder of the dressing on the side for folks who like a heavier dressed salad or just add more to suit your own taste!
The best part is the cherry in every bite! Oh and the dressing. Yum.