Refreshing Summer Quinoa Salad
Brighten up your summer dining with this vibrant Summer Quinoa Salad! Bursting with fresh vegetables and drizzled in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, it’s a nutritious addition to your meal rotation. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. With protein-packed quinoa and fiber-rich chickpeas, it serves as a wholesome main or side dish that everyone will love. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, ensuring you can enjoy deliciousness throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and cooled quinoa
- 1 cup chopped cucumber (Persian or English)
- 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 3/4 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl, gently mixing until well combined.
- In a small jar, combine the vinaigrette ingredients: lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.sweetfamilytable.com/summer-quinoa-salad/