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Comforting Wholesome Soups and Stews

Comforting Wholesome Soups and Stews to Warm Your Soul

Delight in comforting wholesome soups and stews with this healthy gluten-free quinoa salad, a colorful medley that's quick, nutritious, and satisfying.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Healthy
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa Can be substituted with brown rice
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can be swapped with diced bell peppers
  • 1 unit Cucumber Zucchini can be used instead
  • 0.5 unit Red Onion Green onions can be used for a milder taste
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Replace with avocado for dairy-free
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a great alternative
  • 1 unit Lemon Juice Vinegar can be used if lemons aren’t available
For Garnishing
  • 1 handful Fresh Herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro) Dried herbs have a more intense flavor

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water for 1-2 minutes to eliminate bitterness. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa, 2 cups of water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Let cool.
  2. While quinoa cools, wash and chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Dice half a red onion finely. Place in a large bowl.
  3. Once quinoa has cooled, fluff it with a fork and add to the bowl of vegetables. Crumble feta cheese in and mix gently to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, add chopped herbs, and mix again without bruising herbs.
  6. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match ingredients and customize your version of this quinoa salad while embracing comforting wholesome vibes!

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