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                            Nutty Quinoa Salad

Recipe By     : The New Basics
Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetarian                       Salads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      c             Quinoa
   4      c             Water
   1      c             Golden raisins
     1/2  c             Sesame oil
   6                    Scallions -- sliced
   1      c             Peanuts -- roasted
   1      c             Mandarin oranges -- sections
   4      tb            Fresh mint -- chopped
   4      tb            Orange zest -- grated

Combine the quina and water in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Then add the
raisins and continue cooking until al the liquid has evaporated,
5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and spread the mixture out on
a baking sheet. Let it cool completely.

In a large bowl, combine the quinoa and raisins with all the
remaining ingredients. Toss gently and serve.

Per serving: 450 Cal, 25 g Fat (48% from fat), 11 g Protein,
50 g Carbs, 0 mg Cholesterol, 21mg Sodium


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