Spinach Quinoa Salad with Nuts

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Serves: 4

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for finishing
• 1/4 cup Almonds or Pine Nuts
• 12 to 16 ounces fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
• 2 Red Onions (small-sized) or 1 large
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/3 cup Craisins or Raisins
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked Quinoa

Preparation:

• Heat the oil in a deep skillet. Add the pine nuts or Almonds and sauté until the nuts are golden color.
• Stir in Red onions and sautee for 3 mins. Add spinach and sautee for antoher 2-3 mins. Spinach should be slightly wilted but in bright green color. Turn off the heat.
• Stir in the lemon juice, craisins, and sun-dried tomatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked Quinoa and mix well.
• Sprinkle with extra oil Oil and serve warm and fresh.