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!
Blueberry Quinoa Salad
Author: Jenn
Recipe type: salad
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Serves: 4-6
This blueberry quinoa salad makes the perfect light summer meal. It is packed with nutrients, simple to prepare, and tastes delicious!
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
And now for the rest of the meal!!
To find all of the above recipes (from left to right) just click on the links below and enjoy!
Appetizers
Best Guacamole Ever from White House Black Shutters
Melty Caprese Appetizer from Cook the Story
Skinny Southwest Chicken Dip from Yellow Bliss Road
Quinoa and Grape Salad from A Place for Us
Spicy Marinated Tomatoes from KokoCooks
Main Course
Grilled Greek Pork Tenderloin from Katie’s Cucina
Mama’s Sweet Marinated Chicken from Craft Quickies
Mexican Grilled Corn from Nest of Posies
Desserts
Triple Berry Cheesecake from The Lilypad Cottage
Mini Berry Pies from A Pumpkin and a Princess
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake from Crazy Little Projects
Beverages
Perfect Italian Cream Soda from Ella Claire
Mango and Mint Lemonade Chiller from Sweet C’s Designs
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Happy Eating!
yum! I love the idea of mixing fruit, quinoa, and spinach together to create a beautiful summer salad!
You know, I still have never tried quinoa. Yours looks like a refreshing way to include it in a salad.
I love the idea of this salad. So fruity and light but full of protein. Perfect for summertime for sure!
Yum, this would be the perfect light summer dinner! Sounds amazing!
Salad looks delicious! I would love it as my main course! Eager to check out the other recipes as well. Thank you for sharing.
Looks delicious! I love blueberries & quinoa! Yum!
that salad sounds fabulous–pinning!
This looks delicious! This is on my list to try this summer. Thanks so much!
That is a delicious looking salad! Perfect for summer meals 🙂