Description
The Amazing Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables in Just 30 Minutes is a vibrant and nutritious dish that bursts with flavor. Perfectly roasted seasonal vegetables combined with protein-packed quinoa create a satisfying meal ideal for lunch or as a side at gatherings. This colorful salad is not only quick to prepare, taking just half an hour from start to finish, but also offers endless customization options to suit your taste. Whether served warm or chilled, this delightful salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fluffy.
- In a mixing bowl, toss diced vegetables with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast vegetables for about 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, chopped parsley, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Toss gently to mix all flavors and serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg