Summery Bulgar and Quinoa Grain Salad

Grain salads. They’re my fave. Protein, carbs, veggies, and tastiness. I make a big batch at the beginning of the week and then take it for lunch every day. They also make a great potluck dish. You can get creative with these – use more or less of an ingredient or substitute whatever you want.

Summery Bulgar and Quinoa Grain Salad (makes 4 lunch-sized portions)

½ cup each of bulgar and quinoa, cooked (yes I am lazy and cook them in the same pot)

½ cup chopped parsley

1 cup chopped spinach

½ cup dried cherries or cranberries

¼ cup chopped walnuts, toasted

2 shallots, chopped

1 15 oz. can chickpeas

Juice of 1 lemon

A few splashes of your favorite vinegar

A healthy drizzle of olive oil

Mix it all together in a giant bowl. Eat it.