A Summer Herbed Quinoa Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
153 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
A Summer Herbed Quinoa Salad
Description
This Summer Herbed Quinoa Salad uses a base of cooked quinoa, cooled before combining with fresh vegetables like quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped radishes and red pepper, sliced spring onions, and deseeded cucumber. Adding fresh herbs—parsley, coriander, and rocket—provides vibrant aroma and complex green flavors.
The salad is dressed with balsamic vinaigrette to add acidity and sweetness that complements the mild quinoa and fresh vegetables. The mixture showcases a balance between soft quinoa grains and the crisp texture of raw vegetables. The herbs contribute a fresh, peppery, and slightly citrus note that eases the palate.
This salad works well as a stand-alone dish on warm days or served alongside grilled meats or other summer meals. It's a colorful, light, and nourishing option that benefits from fresh ingredients and simple preparation.
It is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. Weight Watchers counts it as 4 Freestyle Points per serving, making it a measured choice for those tracking intake.
Ingredients
- 150 g (1 cup) quinoa
- 8 cherry tomato quatered
- 6 radish chopped
- ½ red pepper bell, deseeded and chopped
- 4 spring onions scallions, sliced
- cucumber deseeded and chopped, half, small size
- 1 parsley handful, chopped
- 1 Coriander chopped, handful
- 1 rocket arugula, chopped, handful
- Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to packet instructions, let cool and transfer to the salad bowl.
- Add all the other ingredients (except the dressing) to the quinoa and mix.
- Add salad dressing to your taste, mix and serve alongside other summer goodies.
Notes
- This salad fits vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dietary preferences.
- Each serving contains 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle Points for tracking purposes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 363mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 775IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 30.2mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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