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Caron’s Kickin’ Quinoa Salad

Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad recipe

Quinoa is technically not a grain, but a seed. It is a complete protein source and contains all nine essential amino acids.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 20 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 45 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1000
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cucumber
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper
  • 1 cup Red onion
  • 1 cup Fresh parsley
  • 1 cup Fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
  5. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 5g
Protein 8g16%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

Read it online: https://for-vegan.com/recipe/carons-kickin-quinoa-salad/