Salada de Quinoa

Salada de Quinoa is a vibrant and nutritious Brazilian salad that showcases the versatility of quinoa, combined with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 150 grams
• Water - 400 milliliters
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 30 milliliters
• Olive oil - 15 milliliters
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring 400 milliliters of water to a boil.
3. Add the rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt to the boiling water, then reduce the heat to low.
4. Cover the saucepan and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
5. Remove the quinoa from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
8. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
9. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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