Here’s a recipe for a delicious and healthy salad that’s easy to make:
Quinoa and Vegetable Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook Quinoa:
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Prepare Vegetables:
- While quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables.
- Dice the red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, and red onion.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Chop the parsley and mint leaves.
- Assemble Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced bell peppers, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Add chopped parsley and mint leaves.
- If using, crumble feta cheese over the salad.
- Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Serve:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual plates.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy quinoa and vegetable salad!
Note: You can customize this salad by adding or substituting ingredients based on your preferences. You can also add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein. The salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a great option for meal prep.
