Rice Cooker Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is not actually a grain, but a seed that is related to spinach and beets.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Rice Cooker Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the quinoa thoroughly.
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In a rice cooker, combine the quinoa and water.
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Cook the quinoa according to the rice cooker instructions.
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Once cooked, fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
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Meanwhile, chop the cucumber, tomato, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh parsley.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Toss everything together until well combined.
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Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve the rice cooker quinoa salad chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Sugars 3g
- 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.
