Shaved fennel & asparagus quinoa salad

Explore the delightful blend of shaved fennel & asparagus in this nourishing quinoa salad. Fresh, crisp & bursting with flavors perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
• 1 bunch asparagus
• 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion
• 50g Manchego, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• zest of one lemon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, mix the quinoa with 1 cup of water. Heat until it boils, then cover the pan, lower the heat, and allow it to simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and keep it covered for another 15 minutes. Use a fork to separate the grains.Place asparagus, fennel, onion, and Manchego cheese together on a spacious plate.Scatter the quinoa over the salad.Mix the lemon juice, zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Coat the salad with the dressing. Serve promptly.

Summary:

• Calories: 800 kcal
• Fat: 35 g
• Protein: 33 g
• Carbs: 100 g
• Potassium: 2207 mg
• Magnesium: 271 mg