Quinoa and Purple Potato Salad

Quinoa and Purple Potato Salad
Quinoan and Purple Potato Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 8. One serving contains 333 calories, 11g of protein, and 12g of fat. This recipe covers 17% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of agave nectar, purple peruvian potatoes, peas, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for The Fourth Of July. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 50 minutes.

Instructions

1
Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan with enough cold water to cover the potatoes by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
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Drain in a colander and set aside to cool.
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For the quinoa: In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, bring the chicken broth, quinoa, and garlic to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
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Remove the pan from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
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Remove the garlic and discard. Using a fork, fluff the quinoa and place in a large serving bowl.
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Add the peas and the cooked potatoes.
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For the dressing: In a food processor, combine the olives, oregano, oil, agave nectar, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until chunky.
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Pour the dressing over the quinoa and toss well until coated.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In50 m.
Servings8
Health Score43
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