Quinoa Salad Recipes

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Skinnytaste

WEBApr 18, 2013 · Fresh and flavorful Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is protein packed made with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, red …

1. Rinse quinoa for about 2 minutes, using your hands to make sure all the saponins are removed.
2. Fill a medium pot with water, add quinoa and salt to taste and bring to a boil. When the water boils, reduce heat to low and cover; simmer covered 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and keep covered an additional 5 minutes without lifting the lid; then fluff with a fork and set aside in a large mixing bowl to cool.
4. While the quinoa cools, dice all the vegetables.

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Favorite Quinoa Salad Recipe Cookie and Kate

WEBAug 18, 2017 · This quinoa salad recipe is the best! Everyone loves this healthy quinoa salad made with quinoa, chickpeas, red bell pepper, …

1. To cook the quinoa: Combine the rinsed quinoa and the water in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then decrease the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook until the quinoa has absorbed all of the water, about 15 minutes, reducing heat as time goes on to maintain a gentle simmer. Remove from heat, cover, and let the quinoa rest for 5 minutes, to give it time to fluff up.
2. In a large serving bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, onion and parsley. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and salt. Whisk until blended, then set aside.
4. Once the quinoa is mostly cool, add it to the serving bowl, and drizzle the dressing on top. Toss until the mixture is thoroughly combined. Season with black pepper, to taste, and add an extra pinch of salt if necessary. For best flavor, let the salad rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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Healthy Quinoa Recipes: Quinoa & Veggie Salad

WEBJan 1, 2020 · Looking for healthy quinoa recipes? You've come to the right place! Lots of recipe inspiration and a simple quinoa veggie salad recipe!

1. QUINOA: Prepare the quinoa by rinsing it under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve to remove the bitter saponin coating. Combine the quinoa and 2 cups water in a small pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, add in 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste), reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, keep the quinoa covered, and let stand for 10-15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and place in the fridge or freezer to cool to room temperature. Quinoa can be prepared 3-4 days in advance.
2. DRESSING: Add all of the dressing ingredients to a jar. Season to taste with salt and pepper, I add 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (use less if using table salt) and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add to preference. Place lid on the jar and shake vigorously to combine. Store in the fridge until ready to use. If making the dressing far in advance, don’t be concerned if it separates or forms clumps — this is just the olive oil solidifying, which it does at cold temps. Take the vinaigrette out of the fridge about 20-30 minutes or so before you need it to bring it back up to temperature; then shake it up to remix.
3. VEGGIE PREP: Lay the spinach out on a cutting board and run a knife through a few times to get a coarse chop. Drain the corn or thaw frozen corn. Drain and rinse black beans. Halve cherry tomatoes. Chop the green onions and cilantro. Dice avocado if using.
4. ASSEMBLY: In a large bowl, toss together the quinoa and spinach. Top with corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, and avocado. If planning to eat all this salad in one sitting, drizzle on the dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings. Toss and enjoy! If you want this salad as leftovers, don't add all the dressing -- read the next step.

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