This quinoa and veggie salad has been a big hit with my kids, nieces and nephews. It’s really easy to make. You can use whatever vegetables you prefer, or that you have on hand.

Why Is Quinoa A Superfood?

Quinoa is a grain that provides “complete protein,” meaning that it contains an adequate proportion of all nine of the essential amino acids necessary for the dietary needs of an organism. (source: Wikipedia)

Make It Ahead

I usually prepare the salad in the early afternoon and refrigerate it until an hour or so before dinnertime. Then, I take it out of the fridge to warm up to room temperature. This seems to enhance the flavors.

Bottled or Fresh

You can use a commercial balsamic dressing or make your own balsamic vinaigrette. To keep it healthy, try to avoid commercial dressing with added sugars.

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Quinoa and Veggie Salad

An easy salad that provides complete protein, plus fiber and antioxidants.  Make it a main dish meal, or a hearty side.

Use any vegetables that you have on hand.  Blanching some, like broccoli, peas, carrots, and asparagus will give you a nice flavor and texture.

Course salads

Keyword quinoa

Servings 4

Author A. JoAnn

Ingredients

• ½ cup quinoa
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups sugar snap peas
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• ¼ cup white balsamic dressing

Instructions

• Mix together quinoa, water, salt, and olive oil. Bring to boil, cover and simmer according to package directions. 
• Cut broccoli into florets, and snap peas in half.  Bring a medium saucepan filled with water to boil. Add vegetables and cook about 1 minute. Drain the veggies and place in a large serving bowl.
  
• Add cooked quinoa and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature, or chill until ready to serve.

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