WARM QUINOA SALAD with TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE
By: Tom Woodcock

Ingredients
For the Vinaigrette:
– 3 tbsp tarragon vinegar (may substitute 1 tsp fresh tarragon + 3 tbsp plain vinegar)
– 1 tbsp green peppercorn mustard
– 1 tsp stoneground mustard (optional)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– salt

For the Salad:
– 1 cup quinoa
– 2 cups kale leaves, torn into rough pieces
– 1/2 cup golden raisins

Directions:
Make the vinaigrette: whisk together all of the ingredients except the olive oil – slowly add the oil, whisking constantly to emulsify. Taste the test the flavor, adding more of any ingredient to your liking; set aside.

Prepare the quinoa: stir together the quinoa with 2 cups of water – bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and allow to cook for about 8 minutes.

Add the kale and golden raisins, and return the lid to the pan – allow to cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes (or until all of the water has evaporated). Slowly add the vinaigrette, and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

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