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Quinoa Salad - A Healthy Treat

A very healthy salad packed with the goodness of protein , fiber and vitamins!!
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: bell pepper, cucumber, onion, quinoa, salad, springonion, tomato
Yield: 4
Calories:
Author: Minal Sharma

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pan

Materials

  • 1 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 2 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt

For The Salad

  • 1 large English cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
  • 1/4 cup chopped spring onion
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley/coriander leaves
  • 7-8 cubes goat cheese (optional)

For The Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp crushed garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • 1/4 tsp Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

To prepare quinoa

  • Rinse quinoa properly in a fine mesh strainer. Place the quinoa, 2 3/4 cups water, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork. Refrigerate until cooled completely, 10 to 15 minutes

To Make The Dressing :

  • Place 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tsp crushed garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl and whisk to combine

Assemble the Salad

  • Add the cooled quinoa and toss to combine and evenly coat in the dressing.
  • Coarsely chop enough parsley/ coriander leaves to get 1/2 cup and add to the bowl.  You can add roughly chopped goat cheese to enhance the taste of the salad Serve it chilled.