Celebratory Quinoa Salad – Your New Favorite Festive Food Dish
Welcome to another fantastic festive feast idea! Today, we’re celebrating with a delightful and refreshing quinoa salad that’s packed with flavor and nutrients.>
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 | 9g | 1g | 3g | 0.3g | 6g | 27g | 4g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.
- In a pot, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed (15 minutes)
- Allow quinoa to cool, then stir in olive oil, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, mint and salt, and pepper.
- Delicious as is, chilled, or can be served with grilled tempeh or chicken for a non-vegetarian version.
Enjoy your nutrition-packed Celebratory Quinoa Salad, perfect for any festive feast. Until the next food recipe inspiration, happy cooking!