Ginger-Lime Quinoa Salad

Here’s another altered recipe from Engine 2. This colorful salad is packed with veggies, antioxidants, fiber and plant protein. The green, herby dressing - made with cilantro, green onion and lime - makes a delicious addition to any variety of salads. Makes 1 medium serving.
Ingredients:
·      ¼ cup quinoa, uncooked (or) ½ cup cooked quinoa
·      4 cups mixed greens
·      ½ cup garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
·      ½ red pepper, thin strips
·      ½ cucumber, cut into matchsticks
·      ½ cup purple cabbage, shredded
·      2 Tbs. cashews
·      On the side: 1 orange
Dressing:
·      2 Tbs. cilantro, chopped
·      1 green onion, chopped
·      Juice of ½ a lime, seeds removed
·      1 Tbs. rice vinegar
·      ¼ tsp. ground ginger
·      Sea salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1.    In a small bowl, whisk together cilantro, green onion, lime juice, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and agave. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2.     In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cooked quinoa, beans, red pepper, cucumber matchsticks, purple cabbage and cashews. Pour on dressing and toss to coat. Serve with an orange on the side.

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