Description
A nutritious and delicious salad packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a healthy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking quinoa, add the shelled edamame to the pot.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and edamame with diced bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding feta cheese or avocado.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Edamame, Quinoa, Superfood, Salad, Healthy