Quinoa and Smoked Tofu Salad Recipe

Name: Quinoa and Smoked Tofu Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 3/4 teaspoon salt divided; 1 cup quinoa rinsed well; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 2 cloves garlic small, minced; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 8 ounces tofu baked smoked, 1 package, diced; 1 each sweet yellow bell peppers small, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved; 1 cup cucumbers diced; 1/2 cup parsley leaves freshly chopped; 1/2 cup mint leaves freshly chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon salt divided
1 cup quinoa rinsed well
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin
2 cloves garlic small, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
8 ounces tofu baked smoked, 1 package, diced
1 each sweet yellow bell peppers small, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup cucumbers diced
1/2 cup parsley leaves freshly chopped
1/2 cup mint leaves freshly chopped

1
Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2
Add quinoa and return to a boil.
3
Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Spread the quinoa on a baking sheet to cool for 10 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice, oil, garlic, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large bowl.
6
Add the cooled quinoa, tofu, bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley and mint; toss well to combine.

145

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 3/4 teaspoon salt divided, 1 cup quinoa rinsed well, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Quinoa and Smoked Tofu 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.

Quinoa and Smoked Tofu Salad

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