Zesty Quinoa Salad Recipes

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QUINOA VEGGIE SALAD WITH ZESTY VINAIGRETTE



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Quinoa with various veggies and a zesty (and easy) vinaigrette that makes a wonderful salad dressing for any salad. I used one English cucumber instead of 2 normal cucumbers because we prefer the taste. Cook the quinoa with the water as you would normal rice (works in a rice cooker as well).

Provided by Randy Finger

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups quinoa
4 cups water
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup canola oil
2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Scrape the cooked quinoa into a large bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.
  • Place the vinegar, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and mustard into a blender. Drizzle in the oil while blending at high speed until the dressing is thick.
  • Add the cucumbers, bell pepper, red onion, tomato, and olives to the bowl with the quinoa. Pour the dressing overtop and gently fold until evenly mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 370.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

ZESTY MEDITERRANEAN QUINOA SALAD



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This Mediterranean-inspired quinoa salad from Delish.com will help keep your bikini bod on fleek.

Categories     quinoa recipes     grain salads     healthy side salads     summer salads     quinoa side dish     cooking quinoa

Time 15m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the salad
3 c. cooked quinoa
2 medium cucumbers, chopped
1 pt. cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 avocado, chopped
1/2 c. crumbled feta
2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
For the dressing
1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. honey
1 clove garlic, minced
kosher salt
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp. oregano

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, avocado, feta and parsley.
  • Make dressing: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, honey and garlic. Season with salt, red pepper flakes and oregano and whisk until combined.
  • Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss until salad is coated in dressing. Garnish with more parsley and serve.

ZESTY QUINOA SALAD



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This bright and colorful salad is a great summertime recipe (or anytime you want to feel like it's summertime). Light and citrusy, it's a whole new way to enjoy quinoa. Lime juice and cilantro give a refreshing kick, while quinoa and black beans provide tasty vegan protein. If you're not vegan, add even more protein by adding chunks of chicken or turkey. Yum!

Provided by scrumdiddly

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 ½ cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
5 green onions, finely chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl.
  • Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 674.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SPICY QUINOA SALAD



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A zesty and colorful salad that makes great use of cranberries. Nice addition to a holiday buffet as it can be prepped in advance, is zesty and unusual and the flavors compliment most every cuisine.

Provided by rsarahl

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
4 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemongrass, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons serrano peppers, seeded,minced
1 tablespoon mint, minced
1 tablespoon cilantro, minced
1/4 cup red onion, minced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, rinse quinoa several times with cold water.
  • In a large pot, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil, add the quinoa and simmer for 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
  • While quinoa is cooking, combine half of the honey, lemongrass, garlic and peppers in a small bowl.
  • Prepare the cranberries by whizzing them in a food processor with the remaining honey and lime juice until the cranberries are mere flecks and the mixture is a beautifully vibrant red.
  • When quinoa has cooked, stir in the lemongrass mixture and the cranberry mixture until combined.
  • Finally, add the mint, cilantro and red onion to the quinoa and mix thoroughly.
  • Set the quinoa salad in a covered bowl in the refrigerator for at least an hour to chill before serving.

ZESTY QUINOA SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by CarolineNGa

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
5 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool. Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator.

ZESTY QUINOA SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
5 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl.
  • Comine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator.

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