Description
Fresh, light, and full of flavor, this healthy quinoa salad is the perfect go-to for quick meals and sunny days. It is simple to make and tastes as good as it looks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper
- Optional feta cheese or avocado
Instructions
- Cook quinoa with water or broth until tender.
- Let quinoa cool completely.
- Chop all vegetables into small pieces.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine quinoa, vegetables, and dressing in a bowl.
- Mix gently until well combined.
- Add optional toppings and serve chilled or at room temperature
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American