QUINOA, SPINACH, PUMPKIN SEED SALAD
Beautiful color and texture makes me crave this salad. Keeps well for next day lunch, simply add the seeds just before serving. Sunflower seeds may be substituted for the pumpkin. I have cut the balsamic vinegar by half as I found it to be overpowering in the original recipe.
Provided by MtlYogini
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place quinoa in a colander and rinse several times rubbing the grains together to remove the bitter outer layer.Place 2 cups of water and quinoa into a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until all water has been absorbed.
- Place spinach, cucumber and tomato in a salad bowl, pour over the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper, mix well.
- Add the cooked quinoa, mix well.
- Add the pumpkin seeds just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.8, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 27.3, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 11
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dalton driver
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed this salad. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.
connor jones
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is delicious and the combination of flavors is perfect.
free fire 123
[email protected]This is a great salad for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.
John Tony
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and flavor, and it's easy to make.
marten amir
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.
Habib Alam
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some leftover quinoa in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.
Haha Long
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin seeds, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They added a nice crunch and flavor.
Gift Otim
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead lunch option. I just pack it in a container and it's ready to eat when I am.
Ram Kaphle
[email protected]I love the dressing on this salad. It's light and tangy, and it really brings all the flavors together.
Ihsankhan Marwat
[email protected]This salad is packed with flavor and nutrients. I love that it's a healthy and delicious way to get my daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Yaseen 07
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great the next day.
Egyin Stephen
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and had a nice nutty flavor. The spinach and pumpkin seeds added a nice crunch, and the cranberries added a pop of sweetness.
Mohammad Tauqeer
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of quinoa, spinach, pumpkin seeds, and cranberries was delicious and refreshing. I also loved the dressing, which was light and tangy.