Tony Moore
@tonymoore
Colorful Quinoa Summer Salad
A refreshing and nutritious summer salad featuring a vibrant mix of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal on a warm day.
Details
- Cuisine:mediterranean
- Meal Type:lunch
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:11
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 4 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1 1/2 large
- 1
- 1
- 1 teaspoon
- 12 grinds
- 1/4 cup
- 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Colorful Quinoa Summer Salad.
Step 1
To start your delicious quinoa salad, grab a large pot and bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once the water is bubbling, add in 1 cup each of white and red quinoa.
Step 3
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for about 15 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed.
Step 4
When the quinoa is perfectly fluffy, take it off the heat and let it cool for a bit.
Step 5
While the quinoa is cooling, let’s prepare the vibrant vegetable mix.
Step 6
In a mixing bowl, toss together some chopped red onions, diced red and yellow bell peppers, a sprinkle of sea salt, and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.
Step 7
Give it a good stir to ensure all those colorful ingredients are well combined.
Step 8
Next, let’s whip up a zesty dressing! In a separate bowl, whisk together a generous splash of olive oil with the juice of two fresh limes.
Step 9
This tangy dressing will bring everything to life.
Step 10
Pour it over your quinoa and vegetable mixture, and gently stir to coat every bite with that delicious flavor.
Step 11
Now, for the finishing touch, fold in some freshly chopped cilantro, which adds a lovely burst of freshness.
Step 12
Once everything is mixed together, cover the salad and pop it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Step 13
This resting time allows all those wonderful flavors to meld beautifully, making each bite a delightful experience.
Step 14
When you’re ready to serve, you’ll have a refreshing and colorful quinoa salad that’s perfect for any occasion! Enjoy!.