Description
Looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that can be made in just 30 minutes? The Amazing Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables is your answer! This delightful salad combines fluffy quinoa with an array of colorful roasted vegetables, making it not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. Perfect for a quick lunch, healthy side dish, or an impressive meal for guests, this salad is versatile enough to be enjoyed warm or chilled. With its flavorful seasoning and customizable options, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Combine with water or vegetable broth in a pot and cook until fluffy.
- Toss the diced vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for about 20-25 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with the roasted vegetables, fresh parsley, and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg