COLORFUL QUINOA SALAD

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My youngest daughter recently learned she has to avoid gluten, dairy and eggs, which gave me a new challenge in the kitchen. I put this quinoa salad together as a side we could all share. We love it for leftovers, too. -Catherine Turnbull, Burlington, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium sweet orange pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Stir spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, peppers and green onions into quinoa. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Drizzle over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Md Bahbub Rahman Hawladar
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Abdel Kader
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I love that this salad is so easy to make and that it's healthy too.


Rihanna Burke
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and vegetables.


Precious Odey
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Immaculate Nakasanke
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


OurLilyPad toDisney
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Sharozgill 123
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer side dish.


Prince Emon
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad.


Daniel Ngah
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Ryan Macdonald
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I've never had a quinoa salad before, but this one was delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Brit Gt
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This salad is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.


GameALot
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I love the pop of color that the pomegranate seeds add to this salad.


THE UNSTOPABLE
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Belal Yasin
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Aqua the Cube [アクアザキューブ]
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Sadegh Laighe
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and herbs depending on what I have on hand, and it's always delicious.


Sudeysi Sakariye
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This is the perfect summer salad! It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing.


Aliyan Suppari
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.


Sikhanyisiwe Zololo
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This colorful quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the vibrant colors and the delicious combination of flavors.