Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight!
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight! This colorful dish combines protein-packed quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, making it a nutritious option for any meal. Ideal as a light lunch, side dish at gatherings, or a quick dinner, this salad not only pleases the palate but also dazzles with its presentation. Packed with essential nutrients and delicious crunch, it’s perfect for meal prep or serving on special occasions. Whip it up in just 30 minutes and enjoy the refreshing blend of textures and flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking and Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in water according to package instructions until fluffy; let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and peanuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg