Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring quinoa, fresh cilantro, and lime juice, bringing together flavors and nutrients in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold running water in a colander for about 30 seconds.
- Cook the quinoa: In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Fluff and cool: Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and allow to cool.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped cilantro, lime juice, diced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently: Using a spatula, toss until well combined and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add avocado (if using): Gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For added flavor, you can cook the quinoa in vegetable or chicken broth. This salad can be made a day in advance for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg