Blackberry Spinach Quinoa Salad with Blackberry Thyme Infused Olive Oil Recipe by lemons + zest Blackberry thyme infused olive oil is a game changer! Pair it with this quinoa salad and create an awesome flavor combination. 15 minutesPrep Time 15 minutesCook Time print Ingredients Directions Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1/4 cup Blackberry Thyme Infused Olive Oil (see tips) 2 large handfuls baby spinach 1 pint blackberries 1/4 cup red onion,, finely diced 1 clove garlic,, minced 1/3 cup almonds,, sliced 1/3 cup feta cheese 1 - 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Sea salt and pepper to taste Directions Step 1: Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Step 2: Slice and prep all other ingredients. When quinoa is cooked, toss it in bowl with the spinach to wilt. Step 3: Add in olive oil, garlic, almonds, red onion, thyme leaves, and salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Step 4: Allow to cool for several minutes and then fold in blackberries. Add feta crumbles before serving. Step 5: To make Blackberry Thyme Infused Olive Oil: Add 3 sprigs fresh thyme and a handful of blackberries to 1 cup of olive oil in a sauce pan. Heat on low for about 10-15 min. and allow it to cool completely. Strain the blackberries out of the oil and store for up to one month. Step 6: Variation: For a faster version, you can grab pre-cooked quinoa and microwave it. You will need about 3 cups, cooked. Tips: To make Blackberry Thyme Infused Olive Oil: Add 3 sprigs fresh thyme and a handful of blackberries to 1 cup of olive oil in a sauce pan. Heat on low for about 10-15 min. and allow it to cool completely. Strain the blackberries out of the oil and store for up to one month. Variation: For a faster version, you can grab pre-cooked quinoa and microwave it. You will need about 3 cups, cooked. Recipe by lemons + zest Share This Recipe Share How To Sending Thank you! Your email was sent.Send another! Send More Enter your name* Recipient Name* Recipient Email Address* Enter your message here Hey! Thought you might like to learn how to do this from Bertolli. * Required field Send How To Related How To's & Recipes 15-Minute Chicken Margherita Get Cooking Tuscan Table Fall Get Cooking Alfredo Primavera Get Cooking Antipasto Tray Get Cooking Angry Balsamic Chicken Cacciatore Get Cooking Marinade Ratio Get Cooking
