Looking for a healthy and tasty salad option? Look no further than this refreshing Quinoa Salad recipe! Made with cooked quinoa, diced vegetables, and a simple vinaigrette, this salad is perfect for a delicious and nutritious meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa- 2 cups water- 1/4 cup diced red onion- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper- 1/4 cup diced cucumber- 1/4 cup diced cherry tomatoes- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint- 1/4 cup olive oil- 2 tablespoons lemon juice- Salt and pepper to taste
This image shows a bowl of Quinoa Salad with vibrant colors of red, green, and yellow vegetables. The salad is topped with a simple vinaigrette and fresh herbs.
Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, red onion, bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and mint.3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.4. Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
This image shows the ingredients needed to make the Quinoa Salad. The quinoa, diced vegetables, fresh herbs, and vinaigrette ingredients are arranged neatly on a cutting board.
This image shows the Quinoa Salad served in a mason jar. The vibrant colors of the vegetables and herbs are visible through the clear jar, making for a visually appealing presentation.
