Vegan Quinoa Salad with Vegetables

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as broccoli, carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers)
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
2. Heat the canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the quinoa and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add the vegetable broth to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed.
4. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Chop the mixed vegetables and red onion.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mixed vegetables, red onion, cilantro, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Serve the quinoa salad immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (1 cup) contains approximately:

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 5 grams
• Protein: 8 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Healthy and nutritious
• Vegan and gluten-free
• Colorful and flavorful
• Perfect for a light lunch or dinner

User Comments:

• "This quinoa salad is so delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures." - Sarah
• "I'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this salad. It's packed with vegetables and has a great balance of flavors." - John
• "This is a great salad to make ahead of time for lunch or dinner. It's filling and satisfying, and it tastes even better the next day." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have any vegetable broth on hand, you can use water instead.
• You can add other vegetables to the salad, such as asparagus, peas, or corn.
• If you're not vegan, you can add shredded cheese or grilled chicken to the salad.
• Store the quinoa salad in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.