Featured Recipe: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Just in time for Easter! An easy salad recipe that is always a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups dry quinoa

• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

• ½ teaspoon celery seeds

• ½ teaspoon dried basil

• ½ cup chopped red peppers

• ½ cup sliced cucumbers

• ½ cup chopped celery

• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 cups arugula

• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1/3 cup sliced and pitted kalamata olives

Directions:

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool.

2. Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, celery seeds, and dried basil.

3. In a large serving bowl, add quinoa, red bell peppers, cucumbers, celery, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and feta cheese. Mix well.

4. Mix in dressing to taste. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!