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Chef Patrick’s Corner: Quinoa Maple Chipotle Salad

Dressing
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
½ cup maple syrup
1/8 cup water
1/8 cup lime juice
2.5 tablespoons minced canned chipotle in adobo
1.5 cup corn oil

Procedure
Combine red wine vinegar, maple syrup, water, minced chipotle, & lime juice in a bowl
Slowly whisk in oil
Season with salt & pepper to taste

 

Salad
1 cup tri-color quinoa
2 cup water
1 bag baby kale
1 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
1 quart grape tomatoes halved
1/4 cup small diced red onion
4 avocados diced
1.5 cup drained & rinsed black beans

Procedure
Cook Quinoa as directed on packaging, Let cool.
Mix in enough dressing to bring quinoa together.
Add remaining ingredients & stir, reserving some topping for garnish.
Add in more dressing if needed…Serve and Enjoy!