Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Citrus Dressing

 

 

🌈🥗 A vibrant, crunchy, and refreshing salad — perfect to nourish your body and brighten your plate!

Ingredients

🌱 Serves 4

For the salad:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)

• ½ red bell pepper, diced

• ½ yellow bell pepper, diced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup grated red cabbage

• ¼ red onion, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped

• ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• 2 tbsp pumpkin or sunflower seeds (for crunch)

For the citrus dressing:

• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp maple syrup or agave (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

🥗 Total time: 20 minutes

1. Prepare the ingredients:
   Cook the quinoa ahead of time and let it cool. Chop the vegetables and herbs.

2. Make the dressing:
   In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.

3. Assemble the salad:
   In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, vegetables, and herbs. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to mix.

4. Serve and enjoy:
   Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let the flavors blend. Great for picnics or meal prep!

🛒 Prep Tip

This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days — perfect for grab-and-go lunches.

🧡 Perfect Pairing

Pair with a fresh mint iced tea or a citrus smoothie for a light and revitalizing meal.

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