Name: Zesty Quinoa Salad
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 2 cubes low sodium bouillon; 1 cup quinoa (rinsed); 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp camelina oil (or avocado, canola or olive oil); 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 sweet red pepper (diced); 1 cup corn kernels; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1 small red onion (finely chopped); 1 can chick peas (rinsed and drained); 3 tbsp light feta cheese; pinch parsley, cayenne, chives, garlic (optional)

Zesty Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is a South American grain that is exceptionally high in protein and fibre. It resembles couscous in appearance and can be used in any recipe that calls for rice. Be sure to rinse quinoa well before cooking.

CourseMain Dish

Servings

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 cubes low sodium bouillon
1 cup quinoa rinsed
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp camelina oil or avocado, canola or olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
1 sweet red pepper diced
1 cup corn kernels
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 small red onion finely chopped
1 can chick peas rinsed and drained
3 tbsp light feta cheese
pinch parsley, cayenne, chives, garlic optional

Servings:

Instructions

Bring quinoa, water, and bouillon to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and toss. May be served warm or cold.

Recipe Notes

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories (kcal) 209
Fat (g) 5.4
Protein (g) 6.8
Carbohydrate (g) 29.5
Sugar (g) 2
Fibre (g) 4.9

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