Quinoa Salad
Ingredients list:
- One cup of washed quinoa
- two cups of veggie broth or water
- one chopped cucumber
- One chopped bell pepper, any color
- Half a cup of cherry tomatoes
- Half a red onion, cut finely
- 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Regarding the Dressing:
- Three teaspoons of olive oil
- One tablespoon of vinegar made from red wine
- One tsp Dijon mustard
- To taste, add salt and pepper.
- Zest of lemon, if desired, for extra freshness
Step By Step Guidelines:
1. Quinoa should be combined with water or vegetable broth in a medium-sized saucepan. After bringing to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook the quinoa for approximately fifteen minutes, or until the water has been absorbed. Turn off the heat and let it to cool.
3. Mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Zest from one lemon, if desired, to add even more brightness.
4. Once all of the ingredients are completely coated, pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss again.
6. To enable the flavors to mingle, chill the quinoa salad in the fridge for at least half an hour before serving.
7. Serve the quinoa salad as a side dish or by itself. Have fun!
You may change up this dish by adding different herbs, veggies, or proteins like chickpeas or grilled chicken. Quinoa salad is a flexible dish that is ideal for a healthy and light supper.