THE LIFE CHANGING ARUGULA, QUINOA, AND PESTO SALAD RECIPE
This salad recipe makes it super easy to eat healthy and feel satisfied!
YOU'LL NEED:
- 5 ounces arugula, chopped (I know it's tempting but do not sleep on the chopping!)
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (about 2/3 cup uncooked)
- 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds or pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons pesto (or more to taste)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (or more to taste)
- 1 small lemon, juiced
- shredded parmesan, to top
- salt and pepper, to taste (optional)
- salami, chicken, or meat of choice - cut to bite-sized pieces (optional)
HERE'S HOW:
- Prep ingredients! In a small bowl or glass, whisk together pesto, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula (or sub with spring mix), quinoa, tomatoes, meat of choice, and seeds/nuts.
- Drizzle salad mix with pesto dressing, salt and pepper (if desired), and parmesan. Toss together and serve!