Warm Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Warm Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 1 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced; 2 clove garlic, minced; 2 medium red bell peppers, finely diced; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 2 cup water; 1/4 tsp white pepper; 1 tsp salt; 1 1/2 cup quinoa; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 10 kalamatta olives, sliced; 1 lb medium shrimp, cleaned and shelled; 1 tsp lemon zest; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
2 clove garlic, minced
2 medium red bell peppers, finely diced
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 cup water
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cup quinoa
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
10 kalamatta olives, sliced
1 lb medium shrimp, cleaned and shelled
1 tsp lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

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In a deep skillet heat oil over medium heat.
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Add onions, peppers and celery.
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Cook 4 minutes or until onions turn translucent.
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Add in garlic, salt and pepper.
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Cook 1 minute.
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Add in water and bring to a boil.
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Stir in quinoa and cover.
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Reduce heat to simmer and cook 15 minutes.
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Place into a large serving bowl and mix in parsley and olives.
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Top each serving with grated cheese if you prefer.
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Serve warm.
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For version two.
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This is so easy to change up.
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You will cook the recipe in the exact same manner.
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Just toss in uncooked shrimp when water comes to a boil before adding in quinoa.
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Cover and simmer the same way.
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Same timing.
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Toss in lemon zest and juice when adding in parsley and olives.
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Recipe by taylor68too.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin, 1 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced, 2 clove garlic, minced, 2 medium red bell peppers, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Warm 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Warm Quinoa Salad

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