Citrus Mint Quinoa Salad with Cherries and Arugula

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• 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
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  Source: 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
• 1 cup fresh mandarin orange slices + juice of 2 mandarin oranges
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  Source: 1 cup fresh mandarin orange slices + juice of 2 mandarin oranges
• 1/2 cup dried cherries
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  Source: 1/2 cup dried cherries
• 1/4 cup slivered almond
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  Source: 1/4 cup slivered almond
• 2 cups fresh arugula
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  Source: 2 cups fresh arugula
• 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint
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  Source: 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
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  Source: 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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  Source: 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
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  Source: 1/2 tsp sea salt

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for ~15 minutes or until all water is absorbed and quinoa can be fluffed with a fork.
2. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and add orange slices, cherries, arugula, almonds and mint. Toss to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, maple syrup, oil and salt. Pour dressing over quinoa salad and toss to combine. Serve!