Quinoa salvaje

Quinoa is considered a superfood due to its high nutritional value and is often referred to as the ‘mother grain’ by the Incas.

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

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Quinoa salvaje

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Latin American, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Salad Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

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

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa and wild rice according to package instructions.
2. Chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and wild rice with the chopped vegetables and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve the quinoa salvaje salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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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.