Strawberry Spinach Quinoa Salad

Strawberry Spinach Quinoa Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 6 cups torn fresh spinach
• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
• 1/2 cup reduced-fat red wine vinaigrette
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper

Directions:

1. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Cool slightly.
2. In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, walnuts and quinoa. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and pepper.