Hearty Quinoa Salad Side Dish Recipe
Welcome to a mouthwatering and healthy food journey featuring the delightful twists of a perfect Side Dish – the ‘Hearty Quinoa Salad’. Full of wholesome ingredients, this food recipe is sure to complement your main course splendidly.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 4
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | 5g | 1g | 5g | 0.3g | 8g | 40g | 5g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa well and drain.
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper and fresh mint.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour before serving for flavors to blend.
There you have it – a perfect quinoa salad side dish that is healthy, satisfying, and flavorful! Feel free to experiment with this versatile recipe, adding your favorite veggies or even some protein. Enjoy this stunning side dish recipe as part of your diverse culinary repertoire.