SUMMER QUINOA-TOMATO SALAD
The fresh flavors of summer come together in this hearty and delicious vegetarian salad made with quinoa, tomatoes and red onion.
Provided by By Arlene Cummings
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cool cooked quinoa. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, toss tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, parsley, oil and vinegar. Season with salt, pepper and sugar.
- Spread cooled cooked quinoa in large serving bowl or on small platter; spoon tomato salad over top. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
- Before serving, sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
QUINOA SALAD WITH MINT, ALMONDS AND CRANBERRIES
Are you tired of eating your leftover Thanksgiving meal? If you are, try this recipe. It is healthy and delicious. The combination of the minty mint and the sweet cranberries are so refreshing, just like a dip in the pool.
Provided by ConnorsTasteBuds
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Kale Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Add quinoa, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 13 minutes. Stir in olive oil; fluff quinoa with a fork. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Stir mint, almonds, dried cranberries, kale, carrots, celery, scallion, grape tomatoes, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season to taste with salt and ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 667.7 mg, Sugar 12.5 g
QUINOA-TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- Prepare 1 cup quinoa as the label directs. Stir to cool slightly. Toss with 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, one 15-ounce can hearts of palm (drained, rinsed and sliced), 2 chopped scallions, 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of sugar; season with salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
TOMATO & MINT SALAD
A fruity Sicilian olive oil brings out the best in this refreshing salad
Provided by Ursula Ferrigno
Categories Lunch, Side dish, Supper
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Halve the tomatoes and scatter over a large plate. Finely chop the red onion and tear up the mint leaves. Throw the onion and mint over the tomatoes. Can be kept, covered, 3-4 hours ahead. Just before serving, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, season with salt and ground black pepper and finely grate a little lemon zest over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.02 milligram of sodium
TOMATO-MINT QUINOA SALAD
Even for non-vegetarians, quinoa is a great change to rice or pasta. I've been trying to think of more dishes using quinoa and came up with this salad.
Provided by SunFlower
Categories Tomato Salad
Time 1h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in a small saucepan. Pour in quinoa, raisins, and a pinch of salt. Cover, and let simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, then remove from heat, and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Toss together the tomatoes, onion, radish, cucumber, and almonds in a large bowl. Stir in the cooled quinoa, then season with mint, parsley, cumin, lime juice, sesame oil, and salt. Chill 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 178.2 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
PARSLEY, MINT, AND QUINOA SALAD
Serve this refreshing Parsley, Mint, and Quinoa Salad with tangy Greek yogurt, and scoop it all up with homemade pita chips.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toss together parsley, mint, quinoa, and zest in a bowl. Dress with oil, lemon juice, and coarse salt. Toss to coat.
- Preheat broiler. Heat pitas until toasted, then rub with cut sides of garlic and brush with oil. Cut into wedges.
- Mound yogurt on a platter. Drizzle generously with oil, and sprinkle with red-pepper flakes and fleur de sel. Serve salad with yogurt and pita chips.
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