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Italian Quinoa Salad

Fresh, zesty, and full of bright flavors, this Italian Quinoa Pasta Salad is a heartier take on a classic Italian Chopped Salad. Switch out the lettuce base for a hearty grain and the salad becomes a super satisfying meal!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Chill Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 744 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Lunch
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 bags Success Boil-in-Bag Tri-Color Quinoa ~2 cups cooked
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup English cucumber diced
  • ⅓ cup red onion diced
  • ⅔ cup crumbled feta
  • ⅔ cup Shaved parmesan
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 1 avocado
  • ⅔ cup diced salami
  • ½ cup favorite Italian dressing OR see dressing ingredients below
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ½ packet Italian dressing seasoning mixture
  • 1 tsp honey optional

Instructions

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  1. Start by preparing the Success Boil-in-Bag Quinoa according to box instructions. Let cool to room temperature before adding to the salad.
  2. While the quinoa is cooking, dice cherry tomatoes, red peppers, red onion, and cucumber. Slice the avocado and salami and finely dice Italian parsley.
  3. In a large bowl, add all of the salad ingredients together: cooked quinoa, diced vegetables, cheese, parsley, avocado and salami. Toss together.
  4. If making the homemade dressing, add all of the dressing ingredients to a small jar and shake to mix.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss again.
  6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and serve chilled!

Notes

  • If you’re making this salad in advance or for meal prep, keep the dressing separate until just before enjoying. Any grain will soak up the dressing when stored.
  • If you’re making this salad in advance or for meal prep, keep the dressing separate until just before enjoying. Any grain will soak up the dressing when stored.
  • Chop all of the salad ingredients finely so you’re able to get the most flavor in each bite. (I love using a vegetable chopper!)  
  • Chop all of the salad ingredients finely so you’re able to get the most flavor in each bite. (I love using a
  • vegetable chopper
  • !)  

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 744kcal (37%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 53g (82%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 29g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 61mg (20%) Sodium 1605mg (67%) Potassium 772mg (22%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 744

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 744kcal 37%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 53g 82%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29g 171%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 1605mg 67%
Potassium 772mg 16%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 12g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.