Quinoa salad with vegetables
Delight in a vibrant quinoa salad bursting with fresh vegetables. Savor the blend of flavors in this colorful and nutritious dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 Zucchini
- 1 cup Kale, Russia, Red or Baby
- .25 cups Grated Parmesean Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- .5 cups diced tomato
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa and drain it, then put it in a saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it cook for about 20 minutes or until the germ separates from the grain.
- Clean and chop the zucchini into small cubes.
- Give the kale a good rinse and pat it dry, then thinly slice it into ribbons.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet and cook the zucchini over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. Add the kale and cook until it just starts to wilt.
- Combine the cooked quinoa with the vegetables and diced tomato while it's still warm. Cover it for 5 minutes.
- Mix in cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper to your liking. Serve it warm or at room temperature.
Summary:
- Calories: 1064 kcal
- Fat: 50 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Carbs: 123 g
- Potassium: 1838 mg
- Magnesium: 408 mg