SKINNY CONFETTI QUINOA SALAD
28% less sodium than the original recipe. Serve this hearty salad as a side or a light meatless main dish. The quinoa and Chick Peas provide as much protein per serving as an ounce of meat. Another bonus: This dish is gluten free.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine broth and quinoa. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until broth is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine sweet pepper, tomatoes, Chick Peas, green onions, parsley, and mint. Add the cooked quinoa; mix well. Add lemon juice; toss well to mix. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 3/4 cup, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
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Qasim Al
q@yahoo.comI will definitely be making this salad again.
John Bart
b-j@hotmail.comThis salad is a great source of protein and fiber.
Ja Sahat
s.ja3@aol.comI love that this salad is packed with vegetables.
Krystal Kirk
k_krystal4@yahoo.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.
Sandis
sandis37@gmail.comI would not recommend this salad to anyone.
Mr Arslan
m_a58@hotmail.comThis salad was not worth the effort.
Gobind airi
a.g@yahoo.comI found the dressing to be too oily.
Mwaqas Gondal
gondalm@hotmail.comThis salad was a bit bland for my taste.
Md Surip
md53@yahoo.com5 stars!
Malik Nasar
maliknasar@hotmail.co.ukI would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal.
Md Jakhir
md-jakhir@yahoo.comThis salad is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Aayush Kunwar
ak9@yahoo.comI love the addition of the confetti quinoa. It adds a fun and festive touch to the salad.
Md Shihab Hossain
md-s87@gmail.comThis is the perfect salad for a summer picnic.
Retn Retn
r-r@hotmail.frI'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.
Ruth Smithwade
smithwade_ruth@hotmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Rihan Rihan
rihanrihan@yahoo.comThis salad was delicious! The combination of quinoa, vegetables, and dressing was perfect. I would definitely make it again.