California Plum and Quinoa Salad Recipe

California Plum and Quinoa Salad Recipe

  • 1 1/4 cups quinoa
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 fresh California plums, pitted and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped, toasted walnuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 3 tablespoons flax oil
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  1. Rinse quinoa and drain well. Add to boiling water; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let chill for about 30 minutes. Stir together quinoa, plums, walnuts, peppers and onions in a medium bowl. Whisk together remaining ingredients in a small bowl and pour over salad; toss well to coat all ingredients with dressing. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
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