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Garden Fresh Quinoa Salad

Garden Fresh Quinoa Salad Perfect for Summer Gatherings

A refreshing Garden Fresh Quinoa Salad perfect for summer gatherings, gluten-free and vegan.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
  • 2 Fresh Nectarines Can substitute with peaches
  • 1 English Cucumber Choose for minimal seeds
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with grape tomatoes if unavailable
  • 1 ear Fresh Sweet Corn Best if fresh from the cob
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with red onion
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves Can use dried basil
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For richness
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar For acidity
  • 1 unit Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • Salt To taste
  • Black Pepper To taste
Optional Sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar If nectarines aren’t fully ripe

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for about 7 minutes until soft.
  2. Add 1 cup of rinsed quinoa, stirring to toast for about 30 seconds. Pour in 2 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, the juice of 1 lemon, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes.
  3. While the quinoa cooks, chop green onions, nectarines, corn, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Tear or chop basil leaves.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the chopped vegetables. Gently fold together.
  5. Serve warm or chill for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa properly to remove bitterness. Adjust seasoning gradually and taste as you go.

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