Lime Cilantro Quinoa Salad

I had never made this recipe before but I am sure glad I did!  It is super easy and delicious.  Enjoy as a side or a light lunch.

Lime Cilantro Quinoa Salad (adapted from 100daysofrealfood.com)

1 c. quinoa, cooked according to package directions
3/4 c. dried golden raisins (or other dried fruit of your choice like raisins, chopped dried apricots or dried currants)
1/4 c. pine nuts, toasted
1/4 c. cilantro, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 c. freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 c. olive oil
1 t. Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt, to taste

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl and stir to mix thoroughly.  Serve at room temperature.

6 servings (297 calories each serving) according to my calculator on loseit.com