When it comes to clean eating, choosing foods that are nutrient-rich is key. Quinoa is a delicious source of plant-based protein that provides magnesium, iron and all nine essential amino acids - all while boosting your fiber intake. If you are looking to add more balance to your diet this year, eating more quinoa could be just one way that you do that.
This quinoa salad is simple to make and tastes great with only minimal ingredients. Start will fully cooked quinoa and add green onions, red pepper, pine nuts and feta cheese along with a simple dressing for a quick meal on its own or as a hearty side dish.
Quinoa Salad Recipe
Yield: 8 servings
Get the full recipe instructions here.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 dash of black pepper
- 1 dash of garlic powder
Directions:
Place cooked quinoa, green onion, bell pepper, feta cheese and pine nuts in a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
Add dressing to the quinoa mixture and mix. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition information per serving: 242 calories; 15 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 4 mg cholesterol; 153 mg sodium; 22 grams carbohydrates; 2.5 grams fiber; 6 grams protein
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