Lentil Quinoa Salad

Ingredients:

(Makes 4 servings)

1 1/2 cups uncooked quinoa 

2 cups cooked lentils

2 large red peppers, minced

1/2 red onion or 2 shallots, minced

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 

1 tsp dried herbs (tarragon, parsley, basil, cilantro)

Pinch of salt

Freshly ground pepper

6 cups argula

1 pint cherry tomatoes

Instructions:

1. Add 1.5 cups quinoa in 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Cover & simmer 12 to 15 minutes until all water is absorbed. Remove lid, stir and let cool.

2. Mix together olive oil, vinegar, herbs, salt & pepper.

3. Mix oil blend with peppers, lentils and quinoa.

4. Serve on top of arugula & cherry tomatoes.