Quinoa Salad with Kale and Strawberries

Ingredients

• ½ cup (125 ml) water
• ¼ cup (60 ml) quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups (500 ml) chopped kale, stems removed
• 1 cup (250 ml) strawberries, quartered
• ¼ cup (60 ml) walnuts, roasted
• ¼ cup (60 ml) goat cheese, in pieces
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint

• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Seasoning to taste

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil and add quinoa. Reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 12 minutes. Drain and let cool.
2. In a salad bowl, mix all ingredients for salad.
3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together ingredients for vinaigrette.
4. Drizzle vinaigrette on salad before serving and toss to coat.