Healthy Quinoa Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• 1 cup chopped red onion
• 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped black beans
• 1/2 cup chopped corn
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime (juice and zest)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, and cilantro.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice and zest, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 35g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and flavorful
• Vibrant colors and textures
• Healthy and nutritious
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

User Comments:

• "This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect."
• "I love that this salad is so healthy and filling. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables."
• "This salad is easy to make and perfect for a summer party or picnic."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the quinoa is cooked according to the package directions.
• If you don't have red wine vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• You can add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped carrots, celery, or zucchini.
• For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.