Black Quinoa, Anchovy and Quail Egg Salad

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Black Quinoa, Anchovy and Quail Egg Salad

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A blissfully simple and healthy black quinoa salad with Chinese cabbage, arugula leaves, quail eggs, and a delicious vinaigrette prepared with anchovy fillets. Quinoa gives this delicious salad lots of textures to chew on and of course it's packed with protein. it is a perfect recipe for any clean-eating.

Black Quinoa, Anchovy and Quail Egg Salad

adapted from Gourmet Traveller

Salad	Anchovy and Lemon Vinaigrette
125 g Black quinoa, well rinsed 10 Quail eggs 200 g Chinese cabbages, sliced 1 handful Arugula leaves 3 Anchovy fillets, halved Large pinch of sumac	60 ml Olive oil Juice of 1 small lemon, or to taste 3 Anchovy fillets, finely chopped 1 Garlic clove, crushed

Cook black quinoa in boiling salted water for 15-20 minutes or until tender, then drain and spread on a tray to dry.
Meanwhile, cook quail eggs in boiling water for 2.5 to 4 minutes depending on your preference. Drain, then refresh, peel and set aside.
For anchovy and lemon vinaigrette, whisk ingredients in a bowl to combine. Season to taste and set aside.
Combine sliced Chinese cabbages, and arugula leaves in a bowl, add black quinoa and dressing, toss to combine, and spread on a platter. Halve eggs, anchovy fillets and arrange on top, scatter with sumac and serve.

77 comments:

fimere 14/1/15 19:10: ça a l'air super bon j'aime bien
bonne soirée
Rosa's Yummy Yums 14/1/15 19:22: A gorgeously healthy and scrumptious salad!

Cheers,

Rosa
GG 14/1/15 19:31: The instant I saw your photos I hankered after quails eggs. This salad looks wonderful and would leave you very satisfied. GG
Sprigs of Rosemary 14/1/15 19:47: You had me at anchovies, Angie!
Sue/the view from great island 14/1/15 20:33: Wow, you never cease to amaze me...when do you open your restaurant :)
Kelly 14/1/15 21:03: What a wonderful salad! I love the black quinoa in here and the protein from teh quail egg and anchovy makes this a hearty and satisfying meal that's healthy too! Looks amazing, Angie!
Catherine 14/1/15 21:07: Dear Angie, This is a beautiful and flavorful salad. xo Catherine
Unknown 14/1/15 21:35: A delicious and unique salad Angie, those quail eggs are so cute!
Evelyne CulturEatz 14/1/15 21:53: I never think of getting quail eggs but they are so perfect for a salad, this one looks marvelous and so healthy.
Gloria Baker 14/1/15 21:57: Look delicious ANgie!!
Anonymous 14/1/15 22:06: What a unique combination of flavours - so special! I much give this a try
jasna varcakovic 14/1/15 23:35: Delightful salad; black quinoa is yet to be tried!
Ashley@CookNourishBliss 15/1/15 02:29: What a great looking salad! I still need to try black quinoa!
Noob Cook 15/1/15 02:39: always love anchovy in salads! Simple and low-fat.
Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake 15/1/15 03:33: I was just thinking that I'm overdue to make a quinoa salad! I'm loving your vinaigrette--so yummy, Angie!
Cheri Savory Spoon 15/1/15 04:05: What a wonderful salad Angie, love quinoa!
chow and chatter 15/1/15 04:07: cool flavors and love wee quail eggs
Juliana 15/1/15 06:00: Delicious looking salad Angie...I love anchovies. Perfect meal!
Hope you are having a great week :)
The Yum List 15/1/15 06:30: I do like your twist on this classic.
Unknown 15/1/15 07:38: Perfect salad. Healthy and delicious. Yummy yummy
Abbe@ThisisHowICook 15/1/15 07:42: Tomorrow I am making this only with regular eggs because quail eggs are hard to find unless I drive a distance. Love the flavors in this,Angie.
Gerry @Foodness Gracious 15/1/15 08:24: Gorgeous and tasty as always Angie :)
Blog do Chocolate 15/1/15 10:08: Looks gorgeous this salad Angie, I loved the mixture you made with all the ingredients ! :)

Cheers,

Isabel
Sam Hoffer / My Carolina Kitchen 15/1/15 12:24: How pretty and the little quail eggs are adorable.
Sam
Barbara 15/1/15 12:31: Not only a healthy salad, but a pretty one. Love the little quail eggs, Angie!
Joanne 15/1/15 13:59: I'm sure the anchovy adds a lot to this. Sounds like a great salad!
Geri Saucier 15/1/15 16:01: Gorgeous salad. Quinoa adds great texture to salads. Love the quail eggs.
Gingi 15/1/15 16:10: I love cooking with quail eggs, not too many people do! I am contemplating keeping quail so I can raise my own eggs!! - www.domesticgeekgirl.com
Jean | DelightfulRepast.com 15/1/15 16:14: Angie, you have such a way with salads! Gorgeous!
ann low 15/1/15 16:25: This salad must be very flavourful with the anchovy in it. Pretty too!
Pam 15/1/15 16:32: The quail eggs look adorable on this salad. It looks so tasty!
The Foodie Physician 15/1/15 17:35: This is such a beautiful and elegant salad! Great textures and flavors!
Beth 15/1/15 19:46: What an exotic combination of ingredients!
SavoringTime in the Kitchen 16/1/15 00:31: What a beautiful salad, Angie. I love everything about it and know it would be delicious. I'd love to find some quail eggs. They are so cute!
Baking Diary 16/1/15 01:38: Indeed your salad looks so healthy and delicious! I have yet to try quinoa despite reading how healthy they are:P
Unknown 16/1/15 02:33: Absolute delicious looking salad. The black quinoa is amazing.
kitchen flavours 16/1/15 06:09: Hi Angie,
Such a beautiful and delicious salad! We love quail eggs!
Cathleen 16/1/15 06:28: Ooh! I just bought some black quinoa, and am so excited to use it! This looks amazing!
Choc Chip Uru @ Go Bake Yourself 16/1/15 09:40: This is one of the healthiest salads I have ever seen! Lovely :D

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Amy (Savory Moments) 16/1/15 12:38: This salad looks beautiful and delicious! I have a difficult time finding quail eggs around here, but when I see some I snatch them up because we love them.
Ana Regalado 16/1/15 14:08: Angie , I've seen red and white quinoa here but not black . One of these days , I'll try to convinced myself to buy it :D Love your beautiful salad , it looks hearty . healthy and for sure , quiet delicious !
Emma | Fork and Good 16/1/15 15:45: I have missed your blogs in my break Angie - another fantastic salad (your salads are helping me be healthier in 2015!)
Sokehah cheah 16/1/15 16:56: What a healthy salad. Never thought of adding anchovies in a salad. Good thinking!
Alida 16/1/15 17:44: I like your widespread use of quinoa; it is such a healthy grain and tasty and there is no better way to start off the year. A nutritious and tasty salad!
Shashi at SavorySpin 16/1/15 18:06: Didn't think I liked Anchovy - till I saw it in this salad! Love your pairing of it with quail eggs and Chinese cabbage
grace 16/1/15 18:25: anchovies continue to give me the heebie-jeebies, but i'm so intrigued by black quinoa! lovely dish, angie!
Monica 16/1/15 20:53: I could eat this for lunch or dinner any day! Looks great!
Regina 16/1/15 22:43: Interestingly enough, I've only ever had red and white quinoa. Never black. I love the eggs. They are one of my favorite ingredients for a filling salad.
Viviane Bauquet Farre - Food and Style 17/1/15 03:35: So healthy, clean-looking, and interesting. You've done it again, Angie!
Ann Jones 17/1/15 12:51: Anchovies are great in so many things, I love them! This dish looks beautiful and sounds delicious :)
Mother Rimmy 17/1/15 19:13: I wouldn't know where to get quail eggs, so I'll substitute chicken eggs. I love the ingredients in this colorful salad!
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Diana 17/1/15 20:45: This looks delicious!!!! <3
Vineetha 18/1/15 00:29: This salad sounds like an amazing contrast of strong flavors...and you've included arugula, which has always been my favorite green! I love the sounds of this hearty salad dish.
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com 18/1/15 04:56: I cannot find quail eggs here in Orlando. This salad has my name all over it :D
Medeja- CranberryJam 18/1/15 08:37: Love the ingredients.. Looks so delicious!
Copycake kitchen 18/1/15 15:25: Wow!!! who can't resist this delicious salad!!! You make me drool again :)
Sue/the view from great island 18/1/15 20:45: Love those beautiful quail eggs, I'm not sure I can find them here!
Tricia Buice 19/1/15 02:48: How lovely - and I bet the vinaigrette has a bunch of flavor! The quail eggs look wonderful. Do they taste different than regular eggs?
Terra 19/1/15 15:42: My husband would adore this lovely salad. Him and his father love anything with anchovies! I would love to try those Quail eggs! Beautiful, Hugs, Terra
Emma @ Bake Then Eat 19/1/15 19:30: Wow what an amazing looking salad, I have never tried quail eggs I shall have to give them a go.
Reeni 20/1/15 03:13: Another gorgeous salad! I love anchovy dressing! Wish I could try a quail egg too! I never see them here.
Sharon D. 21/1/15 04:15: You're really amazing at dishing out the most interesting salads, Angie. Love it! It's beautiful. ^.^
Alida 21/1/15 12:13: Nice salad filling and tasty. I should try quail eggs, I have never had them before. Their size is perfect for dishes like these.
Marcela 22/1/15 14:08: This salad is a masterpiece, Angie! Looks terrific!
eatgood4life.blogspot.com 22/1/15 16:52: This looks terrific. I have never had quail eggs before even though I have seen them in the supermarket. I should really try them. I also love anchovies so this would be right up my alley.
tigerfish 23/1/15 03:56: This sounds do-able for me till I find some good quality anchovy fillets. The anchovy fillets here are typically quite salty :(
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My Inner Chick 24/1/15 23:11: gorgeous presentation.
Fabulous. x
Roz @ La Bella Vita Cucina 27/1/15 03:53: Every single ingredient in this 'eye-candy' salad is perfect. Did you say 'anchovies'? with and anchovy vinaigrette? I'm all over that one Angie. When others shy away from anchovies, I say, "give them to me!" Love this! Printing, sharing, and making soon! xo Roz
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thelady8home 2/2/15 01:57: I have tons of quail eggs sitting in the refrigerator. This is a fab way to use them. Fabulous photographs.
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