Hey guys! I am so excited to team up with some of my very favorite bloggers to bring you our best summertime recipes! From the appys to the desserts – we have you covered and hope to inspire YOU to create your own summertime celebrations! I will be starting off with one of my favorite summer salads…
This blueberry quinoa salad makes the perfect light summertime meal. It is packed with nutrients and tastes delicious!
- ¼ cup Quinoa
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- ¾ cup crumbled light feta
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup blueberries
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare the quinoa as per package directions.
- Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until they are lightly browned {approximately 5-6 minutes}
- Divide the spinach into 4 large or 6 small servings. Sprinkle the feta, quinoa, onion, and blueberries evenly.
- Whisk the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and season with pepper. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salads.
I absolutely love this salad and it tastes great with strawberries or pomegranate seeds as well. It is filling enough for a light meal or serve as a healthy starter salad.
To find all of the above recipes (from left to right) just click on the links below and enjoy!
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Katie says
yum! I love the idea of mixing fruit, quinoa, and spinach together to create a beautiful summer salad!
Suzanne says
You know, I still have never tried quinoa. Yours looks like a refreshing way to include it in a salad.
CookTheStory says
I love the idea of this salad. So fruity and light but full of protein. Perfect for summertime for sure!
Kelly Rinzema says
Yum, this would be the perfect light summer dinner! Sounds amazing!
Laurie @ Laurie's Little Bits of Creativity, etc. says
Salad looks delicious! I would love it as my main course! Eager to check out the other recipes as well. Thank you for sharing.
Jo-Anna@APrettyLife says
Looks delicious! I love blueberries & quinoa! Yum!
Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke Photography says
that salad sounds fabulous–pinning!
Jennifer Lew-Andrews says
This looks delicious! This is on my list to try this summer. Thanks so much!
cooking with curls says
That is a delicious looking salad! Perfect for summer meals 🙂