Description
Zesty Lime and Mint Quinoa Salad is a refreshing summer dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This vibrant salad features fluffy quinoa, crunchy vegetables, and aromatic mint, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or light lunches, this salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a delightful side dish that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 small red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables: dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely dice red onion; set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Once quinoa has cooled slightly (about 5 minutes), add it to the mixing bowl with vegetables. Pour dressing over and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Fold in chopped mint just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg