Dairy-free Quinoa Salad With Lemon Dressing

This Dairy-Free Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing is a refreshing and nutritious dish that's perfect for a light lunch or as a side for dinner. Packed with protein and fresh flavors, it's a great option for those following a dairy-free diet.

Dairy-free Quinoa Salad With Lemon Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water or vegetable broth to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
  4. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Medium saucepan Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk

Tools

Fork Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Dairy-Free Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish, or enjoy it on its own as a light and satisfying lunch.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor and texture, you can also mix in some toasted nuts or seeds, such as almonds or sunflower seeds, before serving.

Cost

$10