Healthy Quinoa Salad
A delicious and nutrient-packed salad that's simple to prepare and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa Rinse well before cooking.
- 2 cups water
Vegetables
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer.
- In a medium pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, add the diced cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.
Notes
For extra flavor, add feta cheese or chickpeas. You can use any vegetables you like or have on hand. Always rinse quinoa well to remove the natural coating that can be bitter. Store any leftover quinoa salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Give it a good stir before serving again.