Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables
This Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables is a hearty and nutritious dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. The quinoa provides a complete protein source, while the roasted vegetables add plenty of vitamins and minerals. It's a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while still enjoying a delicious and filling meal.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
97 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
15 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Quinoa
50 gms (50g)
Red Bell Pepper
0.5 cup, sliced (100g)
Red Onion
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Zucchini
0.5 cup, sliced (100g)
Dried Oregano
0.5 tsp (1g)
Dried Basil
0.5 tsp (0.5g)
lemon juice
1 tbsp (15g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Fresh Parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Fresh Mint (chopped)
1 tbsp (3g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is cooked.
On a baking sheet, toss sliced red onion, red bell peppers, and zucchini with olive oil, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh mint, and lemon juice. Toss well to combine.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Community Reviews & Results
Swapan Raj Kapoor
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this health-focused Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables blew me away with its authentic flavor. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Sonam Banerjee
"Tried this earlier today, and Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Nidhi Nath Banerjee
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables turned out absolute perfection! It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Yash Rani Mukherjee
"Tried making this last night, and it matched my strict calorie targets effortlessly. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."