Description

Creamy Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa with crisp vegetables and a delightful creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, meal prep, or as a light main course, this salad offers a satisfying crunch and an explosion of flavor in every bite. Enjoy it as a refreshing side dish or a stand-alone meal that will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
1 medium cucumber (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Allow it to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the vegetables: While the quinoa cooks, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the red bell pepper.
3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
4. Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa with diced vegetables. Pour the dressing over and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Chill: For enhanced flavor, refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
6. Serve: Enjoy as a side dish or main meal, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: - Customize by adding other vegetables like carrots or spinach. - Incorporate nuts or seeds for extra crunch and protein. - Use vegetable broth instead of water while cooking quinoa for added flavor.