Spinach Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• Quinoa (1/2 cup)
• Spinach (5 cups)
• Red bell pepper (1/2)
• Red onion, small (1/2)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup)
• Avocado (1)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)
• Dijon mustard (1 1/2 tbsp)
• Balsamic vinegar (1 tbsp)
• Honey (1 tbsp)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring the quinoa and 1 cup (may vary) of water to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, around 20 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, chopped red bell pepper, red onion, tomatoes, avocado, and cooled quinoa.
3. Make the dressing: combine olive oil, dijon mustard, balsamic, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour onto the salad.