Quinoa, Spinach, Pumpkin Seed Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup red quinoa
2 cups spinach, shredded
1 cucumber, sliced
1 tomatoes, cubed
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
salt and pepper

Preparation

Place quinoa in a colander and rinse several times rubbing the grains together to remove the bitter outer layer.Place 2 cups of water and quinoa into a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until all water has been absorbed.
Place spinach, cucumber and tomato in a salad bowl, pour over the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper, mix well.
Add the cooked quinoa, mix well.
Add the pumpkin seeds just before serving.