Savour Manitoba | Summer 2024

Honey Herb and Lemon Quinoa Salad

INGREDIENTS 1 cup quinoa

2 cups peas (frozen) 1/4 cup chopped basil 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled) 1/2 cup almonds (crushed) 3 tbsp BeeMaid Honey 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 tsp salt (to taste) 6 slices bacon (cooked until crispy) DIRECTIONS Cook the quinoa based on package directions. Let chill in a bowl in the fridge for 2-3 hours to allow it to separate. Boil your peas for 1-2 minutes and drain. Add the peas to a large bowl along with the quinoa, crumbled feta, bacon bits, almonds and herbs. Toss together until ingredients are evenly mixed. Using a food processor, puree your BeeMaid Honey, olive oil, lemon juice and salt until smooth.

Elevate your salad game with this refreshing salad.

TRY THE TACOS OR QUINOA SALAD WITH AUNTIE BEA'S LEMON COLD BREWED TEA

Toss the dressing in with the salad ingredients and season with salt and pepper for serving.

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