So yesterday I helped put on a beeeeautiful baby shower!  It was sooo fun!  I can't wait to get all the pictures uploaded to show you!  I'll start by sharing this recipe for a fabulous and healthy quinoa salad.

Thanks for the inspiration Carol ; )

11111quinoaQuinoa Salad with Arugula and Apples

What you'll need:

1 package of quinoa {I used red quinoa here, but white is fine too} about 12 ounces 

1 large red onion, diced 

a couple tablespoons of balsamic vinegar {I used white balsamic, but brown is fine}

4-6 ounces of arugula, chopped

5 stalks of celery, chopped

1 large apple {I used a gala apple}, diced

1 cup of walnuts, chopped

1/2 cup of dried cranberries

Champagne vinegar

olive oil

salt and pepper

What you'll do:

Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.  While it's cooking, saute the diced red onions in a pan with some olive oil, balsamic vinegar and a big pinch of salt until they are just soft.

Put all of the ingredients in a large bowl and toss.  Add in splashes of champagne vinegar and olive oil to taste.  Serve cold or room temperature.  

You can refrigerate overnight, but make sure to re-season because it needs it the following day.


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