BEET AND LEMON VINAIGRETTE QUINOA
I was inspired by a dish served at M Cafe in Los Angeles, which is known for its healthy and delicious menu choices. Its best served cold as a delicious side dish or summer salad.
Provided by Chef Emstar
Categories Low Protein
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the quinoa and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. As soon as it reaches a boil turn it down to a simmer and cover for 10-15 minutes You want all of the water to be absorbed.
- Make the vinaigrette my whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, and dijon until emulsified. Then add the dill and salt and pepper to taste.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and put in a mixing bowl.
- Peel the beets and cut into cubes.
- Add the scallions, beets and vinaigrette to the quinoa. Toss together and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Toss again and serve.
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Sarmila Ramtel
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
crazy xyz
[email protected]I would recommend serving this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a green salad.
Ale Reyes
[email protected]This recipe is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day.
naresh rokaya
[email protected]I love the pop of color that the beets add to this dish. It's a great way to brighten up a winter meal.
LHFX MEDIA
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet. My kids didn't even notice that they were eating beets.
Muhammad Amir Javed
[email protected]I've never cooked with quinoa before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be using quinoa more often now.
Kensira Riley
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.
Baliqi Inumidun
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs.
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[email protected]I'm not a fan of beets, but I loved this recipe! The lemon vinaigrette really helped to balance out the earthy flavor of the beets.
Jeevk
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different ingredients to find your own perfect combination.
Lance Ghost
[email protected]I found that the lemon vinaigrette was a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.
Krisztina Pósa
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a flavorful and impressive dish.
Rhonda Dalton
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Shidy More
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beets. I had some roasted beets in my fridge and this was the perfect way to use them up.
Shawn Combs
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to bring to potlucks or picnics.
Maya Mc
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the unique flavor.
Sabrina Ehlers
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I especially loved the roasted beets.
Barsha Giri
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon vinaigrette added a brightness that perfectly complemented the beets and quinoa.
arantxa lawrence
[email protected]This recipe was a delightful surprise! The combination of earthy beets, tangy lemon vinaigrette, and fluffy quinoa created a flavorful and satisfying dish.