Red Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Quinoa is not actually a grain, but a seed. It is often referred to as a pseudo-cereal.
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: 9.
Red Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the red quinoa according to package instructions.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the lemon vinaigrette.
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Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
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Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve the red quinoa salad with lemon vinaigrette chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- 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.
