SUMMER-FRESH QUINOA SALAD
"This light and refreshing salad is easy to prepare and perfect for hot summer days. I often add zucchini or summer squash and use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried." Liz Gadbois - Woodville, WI
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook quinoa according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely. , In a small bowl, combine water and tomatoes; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and chop tomatoes; add to quinoa. Stir in the cucumber, peppers, onions, cheese and 1/4 cup salad dressing., Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in remaining salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Nabuma Faridah
f-nabuma@hotmail.frThis salad looks delicious. I'm going to try it this weekend.
STEVEN KAMARA
kamarasteven21@gmail.comThanks for sharing this recipe!
Maria Rodriguez
maria-rodriguez@hotmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe.
Sumant Kumar
kumar_sumant@hotmail.comThis salad is a game-changer.
meme Jones
jones_m28@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe.
Ty Pollard
pollard69@aol.comTwo thumbs up for this recipe!
Bhoora Lal
bhoora-lal@gmail.comThis salad is a keeper!
Hassell Mclin
mclin_h50@hotmail.frI'm definitely going to be making this salad again and again.
Tonya Chavers
c-t@yahoo.comThis salad is perfect for a picnic or a barbecue.
Md forhad Hisn
m43@gmail.comI love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and cheerful.
Echendu Ebele
echendu_ebele21@hotmail.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's packed with nutrients.
RL Gamers
rlg@hotmail.comI love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste. I added some grilled chicken and avocado to mine.
William Dear
w-d@yahoo.comThis salad is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes. It's a great weeknight meal.
ahmed kareem
a@yahoo.comI'm not usually a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
Oussama Frahat
f_o@gmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the dressing, which was light and flavorful.
Arjun Rj
rj@aol.comThis quinoa salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and herbs. It's a great way to use up all the fresh produce from the garden.