Quinoa Slaw Salad

As summer and BBQ season approaches, I am reminded of just how much I love all of the side dishes.  One of my favorites has always been coleslaw, but I like mixing it up with extra veggies and a little bit of quinoa.

Salad Ingredients:

1 long english cucumber

4 cups shredded cabbage

3 medium carrots

2 cups baby corn

1/2 cup quinoa (dry)

Dressing Ingredients:

(This will make enough to just lightly coat the salad.  If you like more dressing, double the recipe.)

2 Tbsp. plain yogurt

1 Tbsp. dijon mustard

1 tsp. apple cider vinegar

1 tsp. honey or brown rice syrup

dash of paprika

dash of parsley flakes

salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Julienne cucumber, place in a strainer and allow to drain while prepping the rest of the salad.

2. Cook quinoa, as per package directions (generally 1 part quinoa to 2 parts water) and set aside to cool.

3. Peel and julienne carrots, shred cabbage, and chop corn into bite sized pieces. 

4.  Whisk all dressing ingredients together until well blended.

5.  Put vegetables and quinoa in a large bowl and mix well.

6.  Pour dressing on salad and toss to coat.