Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free Receita

This vibrant Quinoa Spring Summer Salad is a refreshing and healthy recipe perfect for showcasing the best of summer produce! Inspired by Alive Magazine's July 2010 issue, this salad bursts with flavor from fresh cucumbers, peas, bell peppers, and red onions. Using red quinoa adds a beautiful pop of color and a slightly nutty flavor (watch it closely to avoid overcooking!). Easily customizable, this recipe pairs wonderfully with a simple vinaigrette (try recipe #431876 for inspiration). Makes a generous serving, perfect as a side dish for 8. For best results, toss with dressing just before serving to maintain the vibrant flavors.

Preparo 20 min
Cozimento 20 min
Calorias 195.9 kcal
Proteína 14g
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Como fazer Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free

  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove the bitter outer layer.
  2. Cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package directions or using your favorite method (e.g., recipe #235534). This usually takes about 15 minutes. Remember to keep a close eye on red quinoa, as it can overcook easily.
  3. While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables. Chop 1 English cucumber into ½-inch pieces. Shell and halve 1 cup of fresh or frozen peas. Cut 1 red bell pepper into ½-inch pieces. Finely chop ½ medium red onion.
  4. Once the quinoa has cooled slightly, gently combine it with the prepared vegetables in a large bowl.
  5. Prepare your favorite dressing (e.g., recipe #431876).
  6. Just before serving, toss the quinoa and vegetables with the dressing. Don't dress ahead of time, as the dressing may be absorbed and lose its vibrancy.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious and healthy summer salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

3g

Carbs

8g

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Quanto tempo leva para fazer Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free?

Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free leva cerca de 40 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 20 minutos de preparo e 20 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free?

Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free tem aproximadamente 195.9 calorias por porção, com cerca de 14 g de proteína, 8 g de carboidratos e 11 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free?

Os principais ingredientes de Quinoa Spring Summer Salad Gluten Free são Peas, Cooked Quinoa, Red Bell Pepper, Green Onion, Cucumber, Pistachios. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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