Description
Quinoa salads are a delightful way to enjoy nutritious ingredients while tantalizing your taste buds. Packed with vibrant veggies, fluffy quinoa, and a zesty dressing, these salads offer a burst of flavor and texture in every bite. Perfect for meal prep, gatherings, or a quick lunch, they are as versatile as they are satisfying. Whether you’re an experienced cook or a kitchen novice, this simple recipe will inspire you to create your own delicious quinoa salad masterpiece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and water; bring to a boil. Lower heat to simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Meanwhile, chop bell peppers, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Once quinoa is cooked and cooled slightly, combine it with chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Add fresh herbs just before serving for an added burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg