Easy quinoa salad recipe with superfood ingredients fermented veggies for gut health A quick nutritious flavorful dish
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup chopped tomatoes
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup fermented vegetables (sauerkraut, kimchi, or mixed pickles), chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water (or vegetable broth). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Vegetables: While the quinoa is cooking, chop the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint. Set aside.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, mint, and fermented vegetables.
Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Chill (Optional): For the best flavor, cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
