Quinoa Garden Salad

Quinoa is not technically a grain, but a seed. It is often considered a superfood due to its high nutritional value and is a great source of plant-based protein.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Quinoa Garden Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mixing Cuisine: International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Salad, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1 small Red Onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh Mint
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
2. Chop cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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