Citrus Salad with Arugula and Quinoa

A fresh and super healthy winter pick-me-up!

This post is sponsored by Milk and Eggs. All opinions are mine.

Here is something for all the times you feel like you need an healthy break and all the vitamins you can pack in a plate to help you fight the winter germs... I know, this year it's been a tough one!

This salad has it all. The peppery green (baby arugula) and the nutrient-rich grain (quinoa is high in protein, fiber, anti-oxidants, magnesium, vitamin B, iron ... and so much more). It has juicy orange slices, tangy cranberries and crunchy almonds. All in one heavenly bowl.

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I make this salad all the time as a great lunch for myself or a light dinner for my family. The dressing is super simple, yet so delicious. 

A little lemon juice and olive oil (extra virgin of course). A little honey to balance the sour of the lemon. A sprinkle of salt and a dash of pepper and BAM! All done. Perfect winter pick-me-up.

INGREDIENTS:

YIELD: 1 serving

1. • 2 handfuls of baby arugula (enough for one serving)
   
   
   • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa grain
   
   
   • 1 small (or half large) orange 
   
   
   • 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
   
   
   • 1 tablespoon dry cranberry
   
   
   • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
   
   
   • 1/2 teaspoon of honey
   
   
   • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
   
   
   • salt and pepper to taste
   
   

PREPARATION:

TIME: 5 minutes to assemble (plus 20 minutes to cook the quinoa)

Cook the quinoa if you haven't done so, following the directions on the package. Let it cool down completely.

Combine the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt and pepper in a small bowl. And whisk well.

Prepare the orange: slice the top and bottom of the orange with a sharp knife. And slice away the peel completely. Cut in half and slice horizontally.

In a bowl combine the arugula, with the quinoa, cranberries, almonds slices and sliced orange.

Drizzle with the dressing and toss.