Stephanie Mccoy
@mccoyadventurestephanie
Quinoa Salad with Asian Flavors
A refreshing and nutritious Asian-inspired salad featuring quinoa, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish.
Details
- Cuisine:asian
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:6
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 4
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Quinoa Salad with Asian Flavors.
Step 1
Start by bringing vegetable broth to a vigorous boil in a saucepan.
Step 2
Once boiling, introduce the quinoa, then lower the heat to medium.
Step 3
Allow it to simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has fully absorbed.
Step 4
Once done, remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 5
In a spacious bowl, mix together the vibrant sliced purple cabbage, crunchy chopped carrots, protein-packed edamame, and fresh sliced green onions.
Step 6
In a separate bowl, create a zesty dressing by whisking together vinegar, oil, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, ginger, sugar, and mustard until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 7
Drizzle this flavorful dressing over the colorful vegetable medley and stir to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 8
Gently fold in the cooled quinoa, tossing the salad until all ingredients are harmoniously blended.
Step 9
Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Step 10
Enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad thatβs perfect for any occasion!.