Quinoa, Ricotta, Spinach and Red Onion Salad | RICARDO

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 ml) quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp. (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
• tbsp. (30 ml) olive oil
• 2 large ripe red tomatoes, grated
• 3 Lebanese cucumbers, unpeeled and grated
• 4 cups (1 litre) baby spinach
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh basil, chopped
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) pressed ricotta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) pine nuts, toasted (optional)
• Salt and pepper