California Quinoa Salad Recipe 455

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I'm always changing this salad up. Here I used tomato, zucchini and olives for a Greek-inspired salad. Try adding a few more favorite fresh veggies you know your family will love. -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and well drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium zucchini, chopped
2 cups water
3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped Greek olives
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add quinoa and garlic; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until quinoa is lightly browned. Stir in zucchini and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALIFORNIA QUINOA SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Provided by á-29897

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups mixed quinoa from Trader Joe's, regular quinoa or red quinoa would work well.
4 cups water
1 package frozen mango from Trader Joe's, thawed OR 2-3 diced fresh mangos
1/2 large red onion, diced
1 medium to large red pepper, diced
1 small bunch cilantro, chopped
1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut, shredded
1 cup unsalted, dry-toasted slivered almonds
1-1 1/2 cups raisins
2 1/2 cups frozen edamame, thawed
Juice of 5 limes
3 1/2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

Steps:

Rinse quinoa well, cook as directed. Fluff quinoa well when done, spread out and let cool. Add all other ingredients and toss. Enjoy cold!!

CALIFORNIA QUINOA SALAD

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My step mom brought this to our family's weekly lunch and visit. It was enjoyed by all ages (which ranged from 1 to 71! I am not sure where she got this recipe, but it is definitely going in my "tried and true" recipe file. Very good, very flavorful...and good for you! It has a nice, colorful presentation, too.

Provided by Likkel

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 cup roasted chicken, shredded (about 4 oz.) or 1 cup cooked shrimp, cut in pieces
1 medium avocado, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
8 kalamata olives, pitted and quartered

Steps:

Whisk together the first five ingredients in a small bowl to make the vinaigrette.
Boil the water and add the quinoa. Simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
Stir in the spinach and remaining ingredients. Add the vinaigrette and toss gently. Serve at room temperature.
Suggest doubling recipe if making for a larger group of people.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.3, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 58.1, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 5.2

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