Strawberry Quinoa Salad
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Strawberry Quinoa Salad
Description
This salad starts with cooked quinoa cooled to room temperature. Fresh strawberries, English cucumber, red onion, and avocado are diced and combined in a bowl with crumbled feta cheese. The ingredients are then tossed with a dressing selected to complement the mild sweetness of berries and creaminess of avocado, such as poppy seed or pear vinaigrette.
The quinoa provides a light, nutty base contrasted by the juicy strawberries and crisp cucumber, while the feta adds a tangy, creamy element. Served chilled, this salad makes a refreshing side or light lunch with bright textures and flavors.
The salad should be kept refrigerated in an airtight container and consumed within four days to maintain freshness. Dressing choice can be tailored to taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 3 cups quinoa cooked
- ⅔ quart strawberries ~approx 12 strawberries
- ½ English cucumber
- ¼ cup red onion
- ½ cup feta cheese
- 1 avocado small
- ¼ cup dressing of choice
Instructions
- Prepare quinoa according to package instructions.
- Wash produce. Then, dice red onion, cucumber, strawberries, and avocado. Add to a salad bowl.
- Pour in feta cheese and stir.
- Once the quinoa is cooked and cooled, add to the salad bowl and stir.
- Toss with dressing of choice. Enjoy!
Notes
- Serve the salad chilled for best texture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Poppy seed, Vidalia onion, or pear vinaigrette dressings work well; simple lemon juice and olive oil is also a good option.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 114mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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