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Homemade Comfort Food Recipes That Warm Your Heart

Enjoy a delightful Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad, a wholesome dish packed with nutrients and comfort, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa rinsed
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers any color, diced
  • 1 medium Zucchini diced
  • 1 medium Red Onion diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs chopped, like parsley or basil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and gather your chopped vegetables.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 20-25 minutes.
  4. While the vegetables roast, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1 cup of rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt.
  5. Cook quinoa on low heat, covered, for about 15 minutes. Allow to rest covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs.
  7. Combine the fluffy quinoa and roasted vegetables, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently.
  8. Garnish with additional fresh herbs and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; flavors meld beautifully over time.

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