Description

Fresh Quinoa Veggie Salad for Environment Day Awareness is a vibrant, nutritious dish that celebrates seasonal produce while promoting sustainable eating. This refreshing salad features fluffy quinoa tossed with a colorful array of crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or meal prep. Packed with flavor and texture, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also serves as a reminder to cherish our planet.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup rinsed quinoa
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro), chopped

Instructions

Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine with water or vegetable broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
While quinoa cools, chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa and chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
Add fresh herbs and give one last toss before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize your salad by adding feta cheese or chickpeas for extra protein. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.