This mint and goat cheese quinoa salad with a simple balsamic dressing is easy to make, high in protein, and seasoned with fresh herbs to keep sodium low. Try the recipe below, hope you enjoy ❤️
recipe (makes 1 serving) 1. cook 1/2 cup quinoa according to package instructions 2. add quinoa to a bowl, along with 1/4 cup pistachios, 2 tbsp diced red onion, 1/4 cup fresh corn, 2 tbsp fresh chopped mint leaves, 1 oz goat cheese, and 1 tsp lemon zest 3. in a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp dijon, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp olive oil, 1 pinch fresh ground black pepper, and 1/4 tsp honey 4. add dressing to salad, mix together to coat, garnish with fresh mint leaves and enjoy!
nutrition per serving: 473 calories, 17g protein, 36g carbohydrate, 27g fat, 7g sat fat, 349 mg sodium