Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

Warm Quinoa Spinach and Shiitake Salad

Ready in 45 minutes, for 6 servings

Very healthy

Gluten free

Vegetarian

INGREDIENTS:

- chicken broth

- seasoning

- quinoa

EQUIPMENT:

- sauce pan

1) In saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in quinoa and contents of seasoning pouch. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.

INGREDIENTS:

- red pepper

- mushrooms

- shallot

- cooking oil

EQUIPMENT:

- frying pan

2) Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.In large nonstick frying pan, heat oil over medium heat; cook shallots and red pepper for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until lightly golden and softened. Stir in mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes or until mushrooms have released their juices and are starting to turn golden.

INGREDIENTS:

- salt and pepper

- spinach

- vinegar

3) Add vinegar; cook, stirring to bring up browned bits, for 1 minute. Stir in spinach; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or just until wilted. Stir in salt and pepper.

INGREDIENTS:

- spinach

- quinoa

EQUIPMENT:

- bowl

4) Remove from heat.In large bowl, toss quinoa with warm spinach mixture.

INGREDIENTS:

- feta cheese

5) Serve sprinkled with feta.More recipe ideas are available online at pc.ca.