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Whole Grain Fruit Salad

Yields9 Servings

 1 cup quinoa or brown rice (uncooked)
 2 cups of watersalt, to taste
 6 cups fruit (your choice, seasonal), chopped ½-1 inch pieces
 juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons)
 1 tablespoon honey*
 2 tablespoons mint or basil, finely chopped
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1. Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well.

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2. Rinse whole grain (quinoa or brown rice) in a mesh strainer until wa-ter runs clear. (optional)

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3. In a medium saucepan, add whole grain, water and salt. With the lid on bring to a boil. If using quinoa, then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes. If using brown rice, then reduce to a simmer for 40-45 minutes.

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4. Once water is absorbed and whole grain is cooked, remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. If using quinoa, fluff with a fork.

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5. In a large bowl, whisk the lime juice, honey, and mint or basil togeth-er.

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6. Add the fruit to the bowl.

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7. Gently mix in cooled whole grain.

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8. Serve at room temperature or chill and serve later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

9 servings

Serving size

1 cup

Amount per serving
Calories130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g2%

Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 0mg
Total Carbohydrate 28g11%

Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 4g
Calcium 32mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
Folate 49mcg13%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.