Green Bean Salad With Lime Vinaigrette and Red Quinoa

Green Bean Salad With Lime Vinaigrette and Red Quinoa recipe pinit

Green beans are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as dietary fiber.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 40 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1000
Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook the red quinoa according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, green beans, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
  4. Pour the lime vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the green bean salad chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 5g
Protein 10g20%

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

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