Name: Quinoa Mint Fruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.667 cup white quinoa; 0.25 cup mint; juice of 1 lime; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 cups strawberries; 1 cup blueberries; 1 cup kiwi; 15 ounces cans mandarins; 2 bright yellow bananas

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Quinoa Mint Fruit Salad

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Cook the quinoa: Cook 2/3 cup uncooked quinoa in water, according to package directions. You can also use 2 cups precooked quinoa. See notes for alternative cooking options.

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk mint, lime juice and honey until well mixed.

Put it together: In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with all the fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mandarins & bananas), then pour the dressing over the top and combine until well mixed. Serve immediately, or prepare up to 6 hours in advance for best appearance.

Storage: The leftovers will keep for up to 4 days; however the strawberries will start to bleed into the quinoa and the bananas will get a bit mushy, but it will still taste good.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cook Quinoa Ahead for Better Texture 🍚
Prepare quinoa the day before and refrigerate it to allow the grains to firm up, preventing a mushy salad when combined with juicy fruits.
Add Bananas Last Minute 🍌
Cut and add bright yellow bananas just before serving to prevent browning and oxidation, keeping your salad visually stunning and fresh.
Infuse Mint into the Dressing 🌿
Gently muddle fresh mint leaves with honey and lime juice 10 minutes before mixing to release essential oils and create a more fragrant, flavorful dressing.
Pat Berries Dry for Longevity 🫐
Gently pat blueberries and strawberries dry with paper towels before adding to prevent excess moisture from diluting the dressing and making the salad soggy.
Toss Just Before Service ✨
Keep components separate until serving time, then toss gently with dressing to maintain distinct fruit textures and prevent the salad from becoming watery and compressed.