Quinoa with pear and walnuts

Time: 30 min.
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4

Nutritious quinoa with its pleasant texture is considered an excellent ingredient for hearty salads. It's rich in protein and micronutrients and pairs harmoniously with the other ingredients in this salad. Before cooking, rinse the grain thoroughly several times to prevent it from becoming bitter, and when the cooked quinoa has cooled, add sliced ​​pear, a stalk of celery, and chopped walnuts. The salad is dressed with a balsamic vinaigrette and is very juicy, full of a bouquet of flavors.

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Recipe:

Cook 1 cup rinsed tri-color quinoa according to package directions. Transfer to a plate to cool. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon chopped shallot, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add 1 finely chopped pear, 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, 2 chopped celery stalks, and quinoa; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.