Quinoa and Vegetable Salad
This refreshing quinoa and vegetable salad is packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavors.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Bell pepper - 1, diced
- Tomatoes - 2, diced
- Cucumber - 1, diced
- Water - 2 cups
- Quinoa - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture.
- Toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 5g