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Spring Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Vibrant Spring Vegetable Quinoa Salad for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy a fresh and nutritious Spring Vegetable Quinoa Salad bursting with vibrant flavors and colors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 1/3 cups Quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 cup Asparagus Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Snap Peas
  • 1 cup Sweet Peas
  • 1 cup Radishes Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Green Onions Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Pistachios Chopped
  • Fresh herbs Parsley or Dill To taste
For the Dressing
  • 1 Lemon Zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water, then transfer to a pot. Add water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add asparagus to the lemon dressing and toss. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, snap peas, sweet peas, radishes, and green onions. Toss gently.
  5. Add additional lemon juice and fresh herbs. Stir gently and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared in advance, and it's recommended to add nuts and herbs just before serving for optimal freshness.

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