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healthy meal

Healthy Meal: 7 Ways This Quinoa Salad Transforms Lunch


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A nutritious and balanced meal option for health-conscious individuals.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add cooked quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
  6. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Quinoa can be substituted with brown rice.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • This meal can be served warm or cold.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: healthy meal, nutritious salad, quinoa salad