Strawberry Salad and Chocolate Vinaigrette - Love of Food

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• ½ cup uncooked red quinoa
• 1 package (12 ounces) spring lettuce mix
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, quartered
• ½ cup sliced, blanched and toasted almonds
• 4 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• Chocolate Vinaigrette: ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 3 tablespoons orange juice, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, ¾ teaspoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa