Quinoa veggie salad with zesty vinaigrette –Yo, let’s whip up some Zesty Quinoa Salad that’s not just flavorful but also super healthy! This dish keeps us nourished while keeping the taste buds dancing—perfect for a summer cookout or a casual weeknight dinner. Grab your ingredients, and let’s get cookin’!
Zesty Quinoa Salad
Check out this vibrant salad that’s going to become your new favorite! Look at how fresh and colorful it is!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color works)
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Start by rinsing your quinoa under cold water to get rid of the bitterness. Then, in a saucepan, combine the quinoa and the water (or broth) and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover it, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
- While that’s cooking, chop up all the other veggies and throw them in a large bowl. You want a nice medley of colors to make your salad pop!
- When the quinoa is done, remove it from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, covered. After that, fluff it with a fork and let it cool.
- Add the cooled quinoa to your bowl of chopped veggies. Toss it together.
- Now, it’s time to dress this beauty! Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the top, seasoning with salt and pepper. Toss until everything is combined and coated.
- Garnish with parsley and feta cheese if you’re feelin’ fancy.
- Serve right away or let it chill in the fridge for a bit to let those flavors mingle even more. Dig in!
There you have it—your Zesty Quinoa Salad, fresh, vibrant, and packed with all the good stuff. This dish is sure to be a hit no matter when you serve it!
