Healthy Food Aesthetic Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a simple dressing, designed to be visually appealing and healthy.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- large bowl
- Small bowl
- Fine-mesh strainer
Ingredients
Fresh and Nutritious Components
- 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
- 2 cups Vegetable broth or water
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
- 1 cup Cucumber Diced
- 1 cup Bell pepper Diced
- 1 cup Spinach or mixed greens
- 1 sliced Avocado
- 1/4 cup Red onion Thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese Optional, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For dressing
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For dressing
- pinch Salt and pepper To taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with vegetable broth or water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, spinach, red onion, and avocado. Add feta cheese if desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl with the vegetables, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Keep dressing separate to maintain freshness.