Description
This vibrant quinoa salad is packed with nutrients and flavors, making it the perfect fitness food for a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- Once quinoa is cooked, let it cool slightly and then add it to the vegetable mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6
Keywords: fitness food healthy, quinoa salad, healthy meal, vegetarian salad, gluten-free recipe