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HERE’S TO A healthier 2019 Red River Co-op is here to help you on your path to health and wellness! Find more great recipes: www.food.crs CHICKEN AND EDAMAME QUINOA SALAD INGREDIENTS FROM CHEF DALE MACKAY DIRECTIONS 2 medium-sized chicken breasts 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 slices of lemon 1/2 cup CO-OP GOLD PURE quinoa 2 cups water 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 package INSPIRED GREENS Red Batavia live greens 3 tablespoons Kalamata olives, sliced 2/3 cup CO-OP GOLD Frozen Shelled Edamame Beans 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest 1/4 cup CO-OP MARKET TOWN Feta Cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh basil, ripped Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 30 min 1. Pre-heat oven to 375°F. 2. Season chicken with salt and place on parchment paper-lined baking tray. Place lemon slices on chicken and bake at 375°F for 14 to 16 minutes or until fully cooked, but not dry. Let cool fully and then cut into ½-inch pieces. 3. Combine quinoa and water in a pot and cook on medium-high for 12 minutes. Drain and let cool on a tray until needed. 4. To make dressing, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. Set aside. 5. With a sharp knife, cut root and core out of the Red Batavia greens. Tear lettuce into large pieces and place in a large mixing bowl. Add remaining salad ingredients, cooled quinoa and chicken. Pour desired amount of dressing over and toss to combine. Local. Food Stores: redriverco-op.crs Grant Park Southdale St. Vital Selkirk Lorette Stonewall