This refreshing summer quinoa fruit salad is made with quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free, protein-packed seed. It’s a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. Add a side of lean protein like non-fat greek yogurt to your salad and a highly nutritious, balanced meal.

Servings: 6

Quinoa Fruit Salad Ingredients

• 3/4 cup plain non-fat greek yogurt
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice, divided
• 1-15 fresh mint leaves, minced
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• optional dash of salt and pepper
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup green grapes, halved
• 1/2 cup raspberries
• 1 teaspoon agave nectar

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and the mint. Pour over the cooked quinoa and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Combine the fruit, agave nectar, and remaining lime juice in another bowl.
3. Cover and refrigerate each bowl for 2 hours to allow the flavors to emerge. Then, combine the fruit with the quinoa and serve.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 114 calories, 1 fat, 13mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate, 2.5g fiber, and 6g protein.