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    Home » Entertaining » Holidays » Memorial Day » Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa with Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette

    Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa with Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette

    Published: Jun 1, 2013 Modified: Aug 24, 2020 by GG

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    Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa With Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette is an easy quinoa salad that's tossed in a light homemade vinaigrette.

    From the juicy fresh strawberries and crunchy pistachios to the delicate quinoa, Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa With Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette is packed with nutrition and flavor. An easy quinoa salad that's tossed in a light homemade vinaigrette, this easy side dish recipe will complement many meals.

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    Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa Recipe

    Strawberry season is in full swing now and here's yet another to-die-for way to serve them up! From the fresh strawberries and pistachios to the trendy quinoa, this recipe is packed with nutrition. Did you know that quinoa made such an impact on the nutrition scene that 2013 was named "The International Year of the Quinoa" by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations! I mean, really, who knew? Now you do! 

    With quinoa being touted as the new super food containing heart healthy fats, anti-inflammatory properties, being cholesterol free and serving as a complete source of protein, it's no wonder it's popping up everywhere! And now it can pop up on your table too in our tasty quinoa salad recipe ....along with fabulously delicious seasonal strawberries.

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    From the juicy fresh strawberries and crunchy pistachios to the delicate quinoa, Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa is brimming with nutrition and protein. Lightly coated in a lemon oregano vinaigrette, this quinoa recipe is also a great way to use those fragrant strawberries of summer too.

    Facts About Quinoa*

    • Quinoa is pronounced keen-wah
    • It was the ancient grain of the Incas
    • Provides valuable amounts of heart-healthy fats
    • Contains antioxidants
    • Is cholesterol free
    • Serves as a complete protein source
    • Has anti-inflammatory properties
    • Provides twice the amount of calcium as found in whole wheat
    • Is a member of the spinach, Swiss chard and beets family

    *Reference: The World's Healthiest Foods

    Ingredients you will need to make this recipe

    • water
    • quinoa
    • olive oil
    • red wine vinegar
    • lemon zest
    • dried oregano
    • sugar
    • kosher salt
    • pepper
    • fresh strawberries
    • pistachios
    • feta cheese
    • red onion

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    Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa lightly coated in a lemon oregano vinaigrette is a great way to use those fragrant strawberries of summer. From the juicy fresh strawberries and crunchy pistachios to the delicate quinoa, Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa is packed with nutrition and flavor.
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    Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa with Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette

    From the juicy fresh strawberries and crunchy pistachios to the delicate quinoa, Strawberry Pistachio Quinoa With Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette is packed with nutrition and flavor. A delicious summer side dish!
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Keyword quinoa, strawberry quinoa
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 514kcal
    Author Gwynn Galvin

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups water
    • 1 cup quinoa
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 3 Tbs. red wine vinegar
    • 1 tsp. lemon zest
    • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/2 tsp. sugar
    • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
    • 1/4 tsp. pepper
    • 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
    • 1/2 cup (2 oz.) shelled pistachios
    • 1/2 cup crumbled garlic & herb feta or feta
    • 1/4 cup chopped red onion

    Instructions

    • In medium saucepot bring 2 cups water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add quinoa. Cook until water has been absorbed, 10-12 minutes.
    • Remove from heat. Stir to fluff up. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, in serving dish combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon zest, oregano, sugar, kosher salt and pepper until blended.
    • Stir in quinoa, strawberries, pistachios, feta and red onion until evenly coated.
    • Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled. It’s delicious any way you serve it!

    Notes

    Makes 5 cups.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 459mg | Potassium: 624mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 202IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 4mg

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