Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight!
Indulge in the vibrant and nutritious Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad, a refreshing delight that combines protein-packed quinoa with a medley of fresh vegetables. This salad is perfect for any occasion, be it a picnic, meal prep, or a light lunch at home. With its colorful ingredients and zesty dressing, every bite is bursting with flavor and crunch. Quick to prepare and easy to assemble, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports your healthy lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrots, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and sesame seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg