Quinoa Garden Salad
Quickly prep this side salad early in the day so it has time to chill at dinner. The make-ahead step will also save you time at the evening meal.
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Quinoa Garden Salad
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine the water and quinoa. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine sweet pepper, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, green onions, parsley, and mint. Add the cooked quinoa; mix well. Add lemon juice; toss well to mix. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Quinoa Garden Salad)
- Per serving:
- 178 kcal ,
- 2 g fat
- (0 g sat. fat ,
- 0 mg chol. ,
- 339 mg sodium ,
- 34 g carb. ,
- 6 g fiber ,
- 9 g pro.