BEET AND LEMON VINAIGRETTE QUINOA
I was inspired by a dish served at M Cafe in Los Angeles, which is known for its healthy and delicious menu choices. Its best served cold as a delicious side dish or summer salad.
Provided by Chef Emstar
Categories Low Protein
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the quinoa and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. As soon as it reaches a boil turn it down to a simmer and cover for 10-15 minutes You want all of the water to be absorbed.
- Make the vinaigrette my whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, and dijon until emulsified. Then add the dill and salt and pepper to taste.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and put in a mixing bowl.
- Peel the beets and cut into cubes.
- Add the scallions, beets and vinaigrette to the quinoa. Toss together and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Toss again and serve.
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Nansiinti mariam
[email protected]This salad is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.
Jonas Smedslund
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a healthy and delicious way to eat quinoa.
Leba Vuniwaka
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.
Arpon Roy
[email protected]I love the bright and colorful appearance of this salad. It's sure to impress your guests!
Alfred Van Der Merwe
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Sohail Jamali
[email protected]I added some crumbled goat cheese to this salad and it was amazing! The goat cheese added a creamy and tangy flavor that really took the salad to the next level.
Smart Kid
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some quinoa on hand, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in.
Isaac Saturday
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this salad changed my mind! The beets are roasted until they're caramelized and sweet, and the lemon vinaigrette perfectly balances out the earthy flavor of the beets.
Michael Lohr
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The salad is also very easy to make, which is a bonus.
Kacper Lysiak
[email protected]This was a delicious and refreshing salad! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the beet and lemon vinaigrette was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely make this again.