3 cups of quinoa (or couscous)
2 Tbsp olive oil**
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup dates, chopped
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup toasted almonds, chopped
1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
1 tsp cinnamon

Cook the quinoa or couscous according to the package directions. While still warm, mix in the 2 tablespoons of oil. Stir in dried fruits and nuts. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the top.

**Last week Shayna Komar RD, LD invited me to attend the “African Spices and Power Foods” food demo at Cancer Wellness at Piedmont West. What a treat! Chef Nancy substituted toasted walnut oil instead of olive oil and it was delicious! I made this recipe at home with grapeseed oil, golden raisins, cranberries, pistachios and walnuts and it was a hit. Experiment with your favorite dried fruit, nuts or seeds and ENJOY. Leftovers can be mixed with spinach and dressing, tossed into a salad.