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heart food valentines

Heart Food Valentines: 5 Irresistible Quinoa Salad Secrets


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

Description

A delightful dish perfect for Valentine’s Day, promoting heart health.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of quinoa
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add cooked quinoa to the large bowl and pour the dressing over.
  6. Toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Quinoa is a great source of protein and fiber.
  • This dish can be served as a main or side.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing and cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: heart food, valentines, healthy salad, quinoa salad