CONFETTI QUINOA SALAD

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A colorful side to complement any entrée. It's good for you, too-featuring protein-rich grains and edamame.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic shelled edamame
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
3/4 cup Italian or Greek vinaigrette dressing
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat quinoa, water and salt to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender. Cool at least 30 minutes.
  • Cook and drain edamame as directed on bag. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  • In large serving bowl, toss quinoa, edamame and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Angela Onwuegbuzie
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad was really good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Abu Muhammed Rifat
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This is the best quinoa salad I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Mudsir Ali
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I would give this salad a 10/10. It's that good.


Shittu Jemilah
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Okafor Kennedy
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


job iramula
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a quick lunch.


Shara Bieniek
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the pistachios. It was still delicious!


Buddy Bryant
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


keya rahman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


justacauseldog
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Fayas Mohamed
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the dressing was light and flavorful.


Ameen Malik
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This confetti quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were delicious. I especially loved the addition of the goat cheese and pistachios.