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Cilantro Lime Quinoa Salad

Cilantro Lime Quinoa Salad
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A refreshing and protein-packed quinoa salad featuring a zesty cilantro lime dressing, crisp cucumbers, and hearty white beans.

  • Author: Ethan Walker
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook / Boiling
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1 cup quinoa, uncooked
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, with stems
1 scallion, end removed
1–2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup plain unsweetened plant based yogurt or extra virgin olive oil
Zest of one lime
Juice of two limes
1/2 tsp coriander
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 (15 oz) can white beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cucumber, deseeded and chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Once finished, fluff with a fork and allow to cool completely.
  2. Prepare the dressing by placing cilantro, scallion, garlic, yogurt (or oil), lime juice, lime zest, coriander, white wine vinegar, and maple syrup into a food processor or blender.
  3. Pulse or blend until the mixture is smooth and vibrant green.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, rinsed white beans, diced red onion, and chopped cucumber.
  5. Pour the cilantro lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour to let flavors meld.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add half a de-seeded jalapeño to the blender.
  • If using olive oil instead of yogurt, the dressing will be more of a vinaigrette style.

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