Vibrant Quinoa Salad
A colorful and nutritious salad packed with fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and protein, perfect for a healthy eating aesthetic.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- large bowl
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
- 2 cups Water or Vegetable Broth
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
- 1 cup Cucumber Diced
- 1 cup Bell Pepper Diced
- 1 medium Avocado Sliced
- 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and parsley.
- Add cooled quinoa to the bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. Enjoy your vibrant quinoa salad!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Keep dressing separate if storing for more than a day.