Quinoa Salad with Toasted Pistachios and Dried Pineapple

Quinoa Salad with Toasted Pistachios and Dried Pineapple
Quinoa Salad with Toasted Pistachios and Dried Pineapple might be just the main course you are searching for. This gluten free and dairy free recipe serves 4. One serving contains 324 calories, 22g of protein, and 11g of fat. If you have sesame oil, water, green onions, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the water you could follow this main course with the Watermelon-Peach Slushies as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Boil water in a small saucepan.
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2
Add quinoa. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 12 minutes.
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Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add chopped pistachios, and cook 2 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring frequently.
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Transfer pistachios to a large bowl; add cooked quinoa and remaining ingredients to bowl. Toss gently to coat.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score17
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