Description
A refreshing and nutritious quinoa salad packed with colorful vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl and mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
Keywords: healthy gluten free recipes, quinoa salad, gluten free salad, healthy salad recipe