This strawberry goat cheese quinoa salad is the perfect addition to your summer menu. You’re going to love how light and flavorful this dish tastes!
During the summer I eat so much salad it’s not even funny.
Normally I just take a giant bowl of lettuce, throw on some leftover vegetables and then top it all with a fried egg.
Sweet Baby J, I could eat a fried egg on top of almost anything and it would make me the happiest lady in all the land.
My dad is grossed about by this but he is totally wrong.
Fried eggs make the world a happy place.
Am I right?
Speaking of happy places.
Normally I would consider the grocery store my happy place.
Sometimes I get frustrated while shopping but for the most part, I can run in, find exactly what I need, and check out.
It’s calming to me to know everything will always be in its place.
This salad is filled with peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, hearty quinoa, and sweet summer strawberries and topped with crunchy sprouted grains.
The dressing could not be simpler and it’s super smooth since I whipped it up in my Vitamix.
Summer is my time to be smitten with berries. How can you not love them this time of the year?
Strawberry Goat Cheese Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
For salad:
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup cooked tricolored quinoa
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint depending on love of mint
- 1/4 cup crunchy sprouted grains
Instructions
For salad:
- In a large bowl gently mix together all ingredients.
- Gently toss with dressing just until the salad is moistened. You can also serve the dressing on the side if desired.
For dressing:
- In a blender add strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Blend on high until smooth. If the dressing is too thick simply add a bit more oil.