Ingredients
150 grams quinoa
6 green onions, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
2 carrots, grated
25 grams chopped mint
25 grams parsley, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon honey
30 grams chopped dried raisins
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
In a saucepan, add 300 milliliters of water and bring it to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Let it cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped green onions, diced red bell pepper, grated carrots, chopped mint, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, and turmeric powder.
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss well to combine.
Add the chopped dried raisins and mix again.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the quinoa salad chilled or at room temperature.
Enjoy your delicious Quinoa Salad!
Notes
- Quinoa can be cooked in advance to save time.
- Feel free to substitute or add vegetables according to preference.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, tofu, or another protein source.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Tossing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 8 g