Delicious Quinoa Salad with Vegetables

RS

Por

Master Receita Solta

Delicious Quinoa Salad with Vegetables
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories290 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"Light, nutritious, and colorful, this salad combines loose cooked quinoa grains with grated carrot, zucchini, red bell pepper, fresh peas, olive oil, and lemon juice. It is worth preparing for the convenience and for providing a complete meal, rich in fiber and naturally gluten-free."

Delicious Quinoa Salad with Vegetables

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- A quinoa deve ser lavada sob água corrente em peneira fina para retirar a saponina, que confere sabor amargo - A medida de duas partes de água para uma de quinoa garante cozimento perfeito sem empapar os grãos - O repouso de 5 minutos com tampa após a água secar permite soltar a quinoa facilmente com um garfo

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 1 cup of quinoa
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 grated carrot
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small zucchini, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of fresh peas
  • 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Add dried fruit, like cranberries, for a touch of sweetness.
  • Try including nuts or seeds to add crunch.
  • Use seasonal vegetables to ensure freshness and flavor.
  • Cook the quinoa with seasonings for extra flavor.
  • Keep the salad in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Instructions

Main Course

1

In a pan, place the quinoa and water. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes or until the water has evaporated and the quinoa is tender.

2

Remove the quinoa from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

3

In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa and the chopped vegetables (carrot, bell pepper, zucchini and peas).

4

Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6

Add the chopped parsley and mix all ingredients well.

7

Let the salad rest for 10 minutes for the flavors to incorporate.

8

The salad can be served cold or at room temperature.

Equipe sua Cozinha

Encontramos os melhores utensílios e ingredientes para você preparar Delicious Quinoa Salad with Vegetables com perfeição.

COMPRAR INGREDIENTES

Como Associado Amazon, o Receita Solta recebe por compras qualificadas feitas atraves deste link.

Chef Tips

- Deixe a quinoa esfriar antes de misturar aos legumes crus para não perder a textura crocante dos vegetais - Pique o pimentão e a abobrinha em cubos pequenos e regulares para que se integrem de forma uniforme ao prato - Deixe a salada descansar temperada por 10 minutos para que os grãos absorvam a acidez do limão e o azeite

Variations

- Misture 1/4 de xícara de cranberries desidratadas ou passas brancas para adicionar contraste doce à salada - Acrescente castanhas-de-caju picadas ou sementes de girassol tostadas na hora de servir para trazer crocância - Cozinhe a quinoa em caldo caseiro de legumes temperado com alho em vez de água pura para reforçar o paladar

Substitutions

- O suco de limão fresco pode ser substituído por vinagre de maçã ou vinagre de vinho branco na mesma proporção - As ervilhas frescas podem ser trocadas por grão-de-bico cozido firme, milho cozido ou edamame debulhado - O azeite de oliva extravirgem pode ser substituído por óleo de gergelim torrado para um perfil oriental

How to Store

Store the dressed salad in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the jar tightly sealed so the quinoa does not dry out or absorb other food odors stored in the refrigerator.

Can You Freeze It?

Do not freeze the ready-made salad with the raw sliced vegetables, as carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers lose their consistency and release water. It is possible to freeze only the cooked quinoa without seasonings in a plastic bag for 60 days.

What to Serve With

Serves as an ideal side dish for grilled fish fillets, herb-roasted chicken breast or fresh grilled mushrooms. For a light vegetarian meal, serve accompanied by slices of whole wheat pita bread.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it necessary to wash the quinoa under running water before cooking?

Quinoa has a natural vegetable resin in the shell called saponin, which gives an unpleasant astringent bitterness if not rinsed in a fine sieve before.

Do the zucchini and carrot go into the salad raw?

Yes, they go in raw and finely chopped to provide crunch and freshness, but if you prefer, you can blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute.

How to know if the quinoa is cooked to the right point?

The grains become translucent with a small white ring or germ in a loose spiral around the edge, maintaining a firm texture to the bite without being hard.

Can I use mixed quinoa (red, black, and white) in this salad?

Yes, the tricolor quinoa mixture works very well, bringing attractive colors and a slightly crunchier texture than isolated white quinoa.

You might also like

Fale pelo WhatsApp