Citrus Feta Quinoa Salad

 SALAD:

2 cups quinoa

3 cups water

1 tsp salt

1 bag of Trader Joe's Frozen Edamame

1 orange or any colored bell pepper

8 oz crumbled feta cheese

1/2 finely chopped red onion

1/2 cup basil, chopped chiffonade (google it)

 DRESSING:

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar

lemon zest

1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

salt and pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

Add the quinoa, water and salt to a medium sauce pan, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until all water is absorbed.  Should take about 15 minutes.  

Spread on a sheet pan and chill in freezer or fridge. 

Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.  

Add the edamame, bell pepper,  onion, feta and quinoa (when chilled) to a large bowl.  Toss in the dressing and chill in fridge until ready to serve.