Quinoa with Dried Fruit and Pistachios

1. Rinse and drain the quinoa. Heat the 2 Tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion to the pan and saute’ 2 minute or until tender–throw in the chopped garlic for another 2 minutes. Add the water, wine and salt to the pan and bring to a boil. Add quinoa and cover, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Remove from the heat and set it aside to cool just a bit.
2. Check out the magic that happens to the quinoa grain. Neato, isn’t it?!
3. Combine the remaining oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and pepper in a pretty “BIG” bowl and stir with a whisk. Add the quinoa, mixed dried fruits and the pistachios. Gently toss together.
4. Enjoy the great taste of healthy food. Oh..did I just say that??

You could always mix up the flavors–play with it and have fun!! I know I sure did!!