Ensalada De Quinoa A La Gallega (galician Style Quinoa Salad)

Ensalada de Quinoa a la Gallega, or Galician Style Quinoa Salad, is a refreshing and nutritious dish from the Galician cuisine. This salad is packed with flavor and is perfect for a light and healthy meal.

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Ensalada De Quinoa A La Gallega (galician Style Quinoa Salad)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and green onions.
  4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour 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
10g

Supplies

Medium saucepan Whisk Large bowl

Tools

Fork Cutting board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ensalada de Quinoa a la Gallega as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken, or enjoy it on its own as a light and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can also add some crumbled feta cheese or olives to the salad.

Cost

$10