Quinoa Fruit and Nut Salad

If you haven't tried quinoa, you're missing out!  It not only provides a great source of fiber, but also iron and calcium.  Plus, it's one of a very few vegetarian sources of complete protein!  Meaning that it contains all of the essential amino acids, required for building and maintaining the cells in our bodies.  It's an excellent addition to anyone's diet!

Quinoa Fruit and Nut Salad

1/3 cup quinoa
2/3 cup water
1 organic orange
1 organic apple
1/2 cup organic raisins
1/2 cup raw pecans
1 organic avocado

Rinse the quinoa first, and then add it to the water.  Bring it to a boil over high heat.  Reduce to low heat and simmer for 20 minutes.  Refrigerate until it cools.

Meanwhile, peel the orange and cut it into sections.  Dice the apple, chop the pecans, peel and dice the avocado.  Mix all the ingredients with the quinoa and serve!