Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing
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Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing
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Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing - Simple Chopped Salad with smoky creamy vinaigrette.
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Ingredients
For the Quinoa Salad Recipe:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups quinoa white, red or a mix, dried
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 pint tomatoes halved, cherry or grape
- 1 cup cucumber sliced
- 1 cup radish sliced
- 1 cup bell pepper mini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
For the Green Chile Dressing:
- 9 ounces green chile mild or hot, Old El Paso brand, chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey (2 tablespoons agave for vegan)
- 1/2 cup grapeseed oil or another flavorless oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
(10%)
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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