Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    33 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    309 kcal

  • Course

    Salad

  • Cuisine

    American

Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing

Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing - Simple Chopped Salad with smoky creamy vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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For the Quinoa Salad Recipe:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups dried quinoa white, red or a mix
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 pint Cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup sliced radishes
  • 1 cup sliced mini bell peppers
  • 2 tablespoons  chopped cilantro

For the Green Chile Dressing:

  • 9 ounces Old El Paso Chopped Green Chiles mild or hot
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons honey (2 tablespoons agave for vegan)
  • 1/2 cup grapeseed oil or another flavorless oil
  • salt and pepper
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Instructions

  1. Place the olive oil and quinoa in a medium sauce pan. Set over medium heat. Stir to toast the quinoa for 2-3 minutes. Then pour in the vegetable broth and add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir, cover, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes. Then move the pot off the burner and allow it to steam for another 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Meanwhile slice all the veggies and set aside. Then add the Old El Paso Green Chiles, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, honey and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a blender. Puree the mixture until smooth. Leave the blender running. Remove the lid and slowly drizzle in the oil to emulsify. Taste the dressing, then salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Dump the cooked quinoa out onto a large platter, or into a big bowl. Arrange the tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, and bell peppers over the top. When ready to serve, drizzle the green chile dressing over the top and toss. Then sprinkle the extra chopped cilantro over the top and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • NOTE: This salad can be made up to 3 days ahead. Toss with the dressing, cover, and refrigerate. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 309kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 497mg (21%) Potassium 473mg (14%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 1430IU (29%) Vitamin C 54.5mg (61%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2.5mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 309 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 309kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 497mg 21%
Potassium 473mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 1430IU 29%
Vitamin C 54.5mg 61%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2.5mg 14%

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

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