Quinoa Protein Salad Delight

The Quinoa Protein Salad Delight is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa with a medley of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein,...

Category: Salads

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Required Materials

Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons

Small mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients used

1 cup cooked quinoa
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2 cucumber, diced
1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation method

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture, toss gently to combine, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional Table

Component	Amount
Calories	250
Proteins	10g
Carbohydrates	35g
Fats	10g
Sugar	3g
Cholesterol	0mg
Fiber	8g
Sodium	200mg
Serving	1 serving

Allergenic Ingredients

Chickpeas
Olive oil

Ingredients That Can Be Substituted

Chickpeas
Olive oil
Dijon mustard

Quinoa Protein Salad Delight

Difficulty

Servings

Time

Required Materials

Ingredients used

Preparation method

Nutritional Table

Allergenic Ingredients

Ingredients That Can Be Substituted

Written by violeta

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