Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and hold it under cool running water for a few seconds to remove any saponin, the natural coating on the grain, which may taste bitter.
Grilling one of my family's favorite ways of cooking. This recipe contains many different ingredients but they come together quickly.— Alaina Showalter, Clover, South Carolina
This delicious curried chicken salad makes a wonderful lunch or sandwich supper. Serve this fabulous chicken salad on lettuce or in pita pockets or sandwich rolls.
Think of this hearty tossed salad as a deconstructed BLT sandwich, where the bread appears in the form of croutons. Round out the plate with fresh cantaloupe.
Uncooked ramen noodles, almonds, and sunflower nuts add extra crunch to this side salad. Quick to prepare and easy to tote, it's an obvious choice for potlucks and camping.