Andean Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Andean Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa (about 7 ounces); 2 cups water; Salt; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3/4 cup finely diced bell peppers, preferably a mix of green, red and yellow; 1/2 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and finely diced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint; 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno; 1 scallion, minced; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup quinoa (about 7 ounces)
2 cups water
Salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 cup finely diced bell peppers, preferably a mix of green, red and yellow
1/2 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and finely diced
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno
1 scallion, minced
Freshly ground pepper

1
In a medium bowl, rinse the quinoa under cold running water for 2 minutes; drain.
2
Transfer the quinoa to a medium saucepan, add the water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
3
Cover and cook over low heat until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 17 minutes.
4
Spread the quinoa on a baking sheet and let cool completely.
5
In a medium bowl, mix together the oil and lime juice.
6
Add the bell peppers, cucumber, mint, jalapeno, scallion and quinoa and toss.
7
Season the salad with salt and pepper and serve at room temperature or chilled.

150

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quinoa (about 7 ounces), 2 cups water, Salt, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Andean Quinoa Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Andean Quinoa Salad

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