Quinoa with Mixed Vegetable Salad
Quinoa with Mixed Vegetable Salad is a healthy and filling dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. This salad is a great source of protein and fiber from the quinoa and mixed vegetables, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. The dressing is a simple and flavorful combination of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. However, people with mustard allergies should avoid this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
90 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
12 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Quinoa
0.25 cup (50g)
Cucumber
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Tomato
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Green Bell pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Baby Spinach
0.25 cup chopped (50g)
Lettuce
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tsp (5g)
Dijon mustard
1 tsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
1 tsp (2g)
Plain Water
1 medium cup (250g)
Instructions
Preparation
Wash quinoa, cook for 20-25 mins until cook properly
Cooking Steps
In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, chopped cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper, lettuce and baby spinach.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Serve the quinoa salad.