How wonderful is it that it’s cherry season!  Between the watermelon and cherries I’m in heaven!

Try this recipe for a different way to enjoy them.  Let us know what you think.

Cherry, Wild Rice and Quinoa Salad

From EatingWell.com

Serves:  8 servings, about 3/4 cup each

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup wild rice
• 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed if necessary
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup fruity vinegar, such as raspberry or pomegranate
• 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 2 cup halved, pitted fresh sweet cherries
• 2 stalk celery, diced
• 3/4 cup diced, aged goat cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Directions

1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Add wild rice and cook for 30 minutes. Add quinoa and cook until the rice and quinoa are tender, about 15 minutes more. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool to the touch; drain well.

2. Meanwhile, whisk oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the rice and quinoa, cherries, celery, cheese, and pecans, and toss to combine. Serve at room temperature or cold.

NB.  Each serving is 282 calories.