Kristens Kickin Quinoa Salad Recipes

SOUTHWEST QUINOA SALAD

Southwest Quinoa Salad image

This healthy Southwest Quinoa Salad has black beans, corn and a zesty lime vinaigrette. This cold quinoa salad is an easy and delicious side dish! It's also perfect for meal prep lunches.

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup quinoa (well rinsed and drained)
1 3/4 cups low sodium vegetable broth (or water)
1 cup canned corn (drained)
15 ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
4 green onions (sliced)
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper (to taste)
guacamole or avocado (if desired)

Steps:

Heat the 2 teaspoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the quinoa and vegetable broth (or water) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed, about 12-16 minutes. Remove from the heat.
While the quinoa cooks, prepare the lime vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, combine the dressing ingredients. Whisk (or shake in a jar with a lid) until well combined.
Transfer the cooked quinoa to a large bowl and stir in the corn, black beans, bell pepper, green onions and cilantro. Add the dressing and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
Serve salad warm or cold, with guacamole or sliced avocado if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 cups, Calories 319 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 161 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 10 g

QUICKIE QUINOA SALAD

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Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
1/2 English cucumber, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons lemon infused olive oil

Steps:

Soak the quinoa in water for 15 minutes, then drain. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine quinoa and about 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a full boil. Cover the pot, and let the quinoa cook for another minute. Turn the heat down to very low and cook for 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes with the lid on. Uncover the quinoa and fluff gently with a fork. Set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, put the chopped cucumber, cilantro, toasted pine nuts and the olive oil in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, then add the quinoa and toss. Eat and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calorie, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 3 grams

GREEK QUINOA SALAD

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped to a paste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup quinoa
Kosher salt and pepper
Kosher salt and pepper
2 cups red and yellow grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup pitted kalamata olives
2 green onions (green and pale green part), thinly sliced
2 pickled cherry peppers, diced
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 English cucumber, cut into small dice
Feta, for sprinkling

Steps:

Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, garlic and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. Let sit at room temperature while you prepare the salad to allow the flavors to meld.
Rinse the quinoa in a strainer until the water runs clear. Combine the quinoa, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and cook until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl, fluff with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, olives, green onions, cherry peppers, red onions, cucumbers and dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours before serving. The longer it sits the better the flavor.
Just before serving, transfer to a platter and sprinkle feta on top.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE QUINOA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

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Here's what you need: vegetable oil, garlic, jalapeño, black beans, corn, roma tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, avocado, lime, fresh cilantro

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, minced
15 oz black beans
15 oz corn
3 roma tomatoes, diced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 avocado, cubed
1 lime, juiced
fresh cilantro, to garnish

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and jalapeño and cook for about 2 minutes, until softened.
Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir, then cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and top with the avocado, lime juice, and cilantro.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1804 calories, Carbohydrate 204 grams, Fat 96 grams, Fiber 35 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 31 grams

CURRIED QUINOA SALAD

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Quinoa is such a fantastic salad base-it's full of protein, it adds a nutty flavor, and it's the perfect vehicle to soak up any kind of dressing. If you like a little more heat, add more cayenne or curry to the dressing. -Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable or chicken broth
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced
1/3 cup diced red onion
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine first 4 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Add tomatoes, cucumber and onion to quinoa. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; toss with salad. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 2 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CARON'S KICKIN' QUINOA SALAD

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An easy way to use that tuna you have sitting around and that weird quinoa stuff you got at the health food store. This is great if you want a tuna salad sandwich but don't or can't have bread, or also if you like sushi because it has a nice wasabi kick and a texture reminiscent of sticky rice. And, it has a good crunch and flavor with chopped celery and onion. Quinoa (KEEN-wa) is a 'grain that's not really a grain' used by the ancient Incas. It is especially good for people with wheat or gluten allergies, and can be doctored up with anything for every meal of the day. Try serving on a salad or lettuce leaves for a complete meal and presentation.

Provided by Caron

Categories Tuna Salad

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellman's® Light)
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Stir the quinoa and water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover; cook in the microwave on High until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 9 minutes. Uncover and place into the refrigerator to cool.
Place the celery, onion, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Season with wasabi, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Fold in the tuna and chilled quinoa until evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARON'S KICKIN' QUINOA SALAD

Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad image

An easy way to use that tuna you have sitting around and that weird quinoa stuff you got at the health food store. This is great if you want a tuna salad sandwich but don't or can't have bread, or also if you like sushi because it has a nice wasabi kick and a texture reminiscent of sticky rice. And, it has a good crunch and flavor with chopped celery and onion. Quinoa (KEEN-wa) is a 'grain that's not really a grain' used by the ancient Incas. It is especially good for people with wheat or gluten allergies, and can be doctored up with anything for every meal of the day. Try serving on a salad or lettuce leaves for a complete meal and presentation.

Provided by Caron

Categories Tuna Salad

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellman's® Light)
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Stir the quinoa and water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover; cook in the microwave on High until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 9 minutes. Uncover and place into the refrigerator to cool.
Place the celery, onion, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Season with wasabi, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Fold in the tuna and chilled quinoa until evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARON'S KICKIN' QUINOA SALAD

Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad image

An easy way to use that tuna you have sitting around and that weird quinoa stuff you got at the health food store. This is great if you want a tuna salad sandwich but don't or can't have bread, or also if you like sushi because it has a nice wasabi kick and a texture reminiscent of sticky rice. And, it has a good crunch and flavor with chopped celery and onion. Quinoa (KEEN-wa) is a 'grain that's not really a grain' used by the ancient Incas. It is especially good for people with wheat or gluten allergies, and can be doctored up with anything for every meal of the day. Try serving on a salad or lettuce leaves for a complete meal and presentation.

Provided by Caron

Categories Tuna Salad

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellman's® Light)
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Stir the quinoa and water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover; cook in the microwave on High until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 9 minutes. Uncover and place into the refrigerator to cool.
Place the celery, onion, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Season with wasabi, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Fold in the tuna and chilled quinoa until evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARON'S KICKIN' QUINOA SALAD

Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad image

An easy way to use that tuna you have sitting around and that weird quinoa stuff you got at the health food store. This is great if you want a tuna salad sandwich but don't or can't have bread, or also if you like sushi because it has a nice wasabi kick and a texture reminiscent of sticky rice. And, it has a good crunch and flavor with chopped celery and onion. Quinoa (KEEN-wa) is a 'grain that's not really a grain' used by the ancient Incas. It is especially good for people with wheat or gluten allergies, and can be doctored up with anything for every meal of the day. Try serving on a salad or lettuce leaves for a complete meal and presentation.

Provided by Caron

Categories Tuna Salad

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellman's® Light)
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Stir the quinoa and water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover; cook in the microwave on High until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 9 minutes. Uncover and place into the refrigerator to cool.
Place the celery, onion, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Season with wasabi, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Fold in the tuna and chilled quinoa until evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARON'S KICKIN' QUINOA SALAD

Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad image

An easy way to use that tuna you have sitting around and that weird quinoa stuff you got at the health food store. This is great if you want a tuna salad sandwich but don't or can't have bread, or also if you like sushi because it has a nice wasabi kick and a texture reminiscent of sticky rice. And, it has a good crunch and flavor with chopped celery and onion. Quinoa (KEEN-wa) is a 'grain that's not really a grain' used by the ancient Incas. It is especially good for people with wheat or gluten allergies, and can be doctored up with anything for every meal of the day. Try serving on a salad or lettuce leaves for a complete meal and presentation.

Provided by Caron

Categories Tuna Salad

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup low fat mayonnaise (such as Hellman's® Light)
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Stir the quinoa and water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover; cook in the microwave on High until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 9 minutes. Uncover and place into the refrigerator to cool.
Place the celery, onion, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Season with wasabi, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Fold in the tuna and chilled quinoa until evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g