Simple Lemon Quinoa Salad
This simple lemon quinoa salad is packed with fresh vegetables and herbs in a simple lemon vinaigrette! Easy to make, and ready in 10 minutes. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and plant based a great summer side dish for entertaining, potlucks, or BBQs!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Cost: $3
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh parsley
For the Dressing
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 lemons juiced (about 1/3 cup lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or whole grain
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 cloves garlic pressed or finely minced
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup white quinoa and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool before adding to the salad.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped cucumber, chickpeas, tomatoes, and parsley. Toss well to combine.
- In a mason jar, add all the dressing ingredients: olive oil, fresh lemon juice, mustard, garlic salt, and garlic. Seal with an air right lid and shake well to combine.
- Pour dressing over the salad, and toss well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
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Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 946IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 3mg