Quinoa Summer Salad

Quinoa Summer Salad

If you are looking for something different and distinct to bring to a summer barbeque, you have found the perfect recipe. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian. The lack of allergy-inducing ingredients does not reflect the intense sensory-flavor experience you and your guests will enjoy.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 30 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 1 cup red quinoa
  • 1 ½ large red onions, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 12 grinds black pepper from a grinder
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1
Bring water to a boil in a pot; add white quinoa and red quinoa. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, 15 minutes. Set quinoa aside to cool while you complete the remaining steps.

Step 2
Combine red onions, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, sea salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Stir in white and red quinoa.

Step 3
Whisk olive oil and lime juice together in a separate bowl; pour over quinoa mixture. Stir to coat. Add cilantro and stir to incorporate. Cover salad and refrigerate for flavors to blend, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239
Calories
10g
Fat
33g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 239
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 12%
Saturated Fat1g 5%
Sodium236mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate33g 12%
Dietary Fiber5g 18%
Total Sugars2g
Protein6g
Vitamin C52mg 259%
Calcium21mg 2%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium141mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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