Ingredients:
1 (16 ounce) boxes quinoa
1 (8 1/2 ounce) jars sun-dried tomatoes, julienne sliced packed in oil
10 ounces black olives, sliced
6 ounces fat free feta cheese
4 ounces pine nuts, toasted
2 ounces fresh basil leaves, chopped ( may add more)
6 large fresh garlic cloves, chopped
Directions:
Thoroughly rinse Quinoa in cold water. Drain well in fine sieve.
Dry roast in a large fry pan over med-high heat 10 minute or until golden brown. stirring constantly.
Add 4 cups hot water (or however much package recommends).
Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 min or until liquid is absorbed. (basically, after dry roasting, cook according to package directions).
Let cool completely.
In large salad bowl, add cooked Quinoa and remaining ingredients. Toss and refrigerate till serving time.
Servings: 8
Time preparation: 40 min.
Time total: 40 min.