Description
Looking for a refreshing and nutritious recipe? Try our Cilantro Lime Quinoa Salad today! Discover a delicious and healthy dish to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, with stems
- 1 scallion, end removed
- 1–2 cloves garlic, crushed
- ¼ cup plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt or extra virgin olive oil
- Zest of one lime
- Juice of two limes (2 limes)
- ½ tsp coriander
- 1 tbsp white Grape juice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 (15 oz) can of white beans, rinsed and drained
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cucumber, deseeded and chopped
Instructions
- Step 1– Cook the Quinoa
Cook quinoa according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and allow to cool. - Step 2- Prepare the Cilantro Lime Dressing
In a food processor or blender, combine cilantro, scallion, garlic, yogurt, lime juice and zest, coriander, white Grape juice vinegar, and maple syrup. Process until smooth. - Step 3– Combine the Salad Ingredients
In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa, beans, onion, and cucumber. Toss to combine. - Step 4– Dress the Salad
When ready to serve, pour the cilantro lime dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss again to evenly coat. - Step 5- Season and Serve
Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg