Description
A nutritious and colorful salad combining broccoli, quinoa, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- Broccoli florets: 2 cups
- Quinoa: 1 cup
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Red onion: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Feta cheese: 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork after letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Blanch broccoli florets in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, blanched broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese. Mix gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a crisp salad, store dressing separately until serving.
- Customize with optional add-ins like fresh herbs, cucumbers, or nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and boiling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Broccoli, Quinoa, Salad, Healthy, Superfood