Recipe Name Mediterranean Quinoa Bean Salad Submitted by JeffBrown20 Recipe Description Came up with this recipe by combining some different recipes I'd seen while trying to come up with a healthy menu to help me lose some extra weight. Quantity 0 Quantity Unit Prep Time (minutes) 20 Cook Time (minutes) 0 Ready In (minutes) 20

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 3 cups Quinoa rinsed well and cooked 1 can (15 oz) black beans, canned, drained 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, organic 1 cup Chickpeas (use 1 can) drained & rinsed 1 cup Artichokes, jars or cans (Marinated) 8 tablespoons kalamata olives, sliced 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled 1/3 cup olive oil, extra virgin 2 tablespoons lemon juice, bottled 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon garlic minced 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or table salt) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, ground Steps Sequence Step 1 Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt and pepper in bowl. Stir until well blended. 2 Mix all remaining ingredents in large bowl. Add dressing and mix thoroughly.