Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight! This colorful salad is a perfect blend of protein-packed quinoa and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty dressing that brings everything together beautifully. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a meal prep option, it offers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and healthy dish that impresses both visually and through taste. Enjoy this nutritious salad as a main course, side dish, or even in lettuce wraps for a fun twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy and water is absorbed. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa with red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and sesame seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking/Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg