QUINOA SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND KALAMATA OLIVES
This is inspired by a salad I recently enjoyed in a small vegetarian restaurant called Siggy's on Henry Street in Brooklyn Heights. They called it a quinoa Greek salad, but really the only thing that was Greek about it was the kalamata olives. No matter, it was still delicious.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, salads and dressings
Time 45m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place the quinoa in a strainer and rinse several times with cold water. Place in a medium saucepan with 1 1/4 cups water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 15 minutes, until the grains display a thread-like spiral and the water is absorbed. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and place a dish towel over the pan, then return the lid to the pan and let sit for 10 minutes or longer undisturbed. Transfer to a salad bowl and fluff with forks. Allow to cool.
- Add the remaining salad ingredients except the salad greens to the bowl. Whisk together the dressing ingredients. If using yogurt, thin out if desired with a tablespoon of water.
- Just before serving toss the lettuces with 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Toss the quinoa mixture with the rest of the dressing. Line a salad bowl or platter with the greens, top with the quinoa, and serve. Or if preferred, toss together the greens and quinoa mixture before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 208, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Ava Rowe
[email protected]I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. You can also serve it as a main course or a side dish.
Ian Palmer
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.
Vega Bro
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the crunch of the quinoa and the creamy avocado. The dressing is also delicious and light.
ASLI such
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great option for a packed lunch.
roni khan
[email protected]I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. You can also serve it as a main course or a side dish.
HeavyGamer 10
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.
Sanu magar
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the crunch of the quinoa and the creamy avocado. The dressing is also delicious and light.
Dinesh Gupta
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The quinoa is nutty, the avocado is creamy, and the Kalamata olives add a salty brininess.
Ebro vai official
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great option for a packed lunch.
Hanzla Rauf
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at potlucks. I usually add some grilled chicken or fish to make it a complete meal.
Patricia Goff
[email protected]This salad is a refreshing and healthy summer dish. The combination of quinoa, avocado, and Kalamata olives is delicious, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again!