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Nutrition tip: Aim for 8 servings of fruits and veggies a day.(ketchup doesn't count as a veggie!)

Recipe: Quinoa Salad

1 cup quinoa

1/3 cup lemon juice

1 Tbsp olive oil

2 med bell peppers chopped

1 can(15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup feta cheese

Garnish, either basil, cilantro(my favorite), or parsley

Cook the quinoa as directed on the box, usually 2 cups water to 1 cup quinoa, you can tell it's done when there's a little ring around the grain.

Let stand 5 minutes then fluff with fork.

Add lemon juice,mix, then add oil mix.

Mix in peppers, chickpeas, and cheese.

Garnish with herbs and serve either at room temp or chilled.

Enjoy.

Please let us know what you think after you try the recipe.

Wellness tip: Everyday think of 3 things you are grateful for. You may be surprised at all the goodness around you!