Zucchini, Quinoa and Balsamic Salad

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Ingredients

•1 cup (180g) dried quinoa
•2 cups (480ml) water
•pinch salt and pepper
•1 ½ cups (185g) zucchini, chopped
•1 medium tomato, chopped
•¼ cup (25g) raw almonds, chopped
•¼ cup (40g) red onion, chopped
•1 small can chickpeas
•3 tsp. fresh basil, chopped

Dressing:

•2 tbsp. olive oil
•2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
•1 garlic clove
•1 tsp. honey

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition per serving:

  • 444 kcal
  • 19g Fats
  • 57g Carbs
  • 17g Protein

Ingredients

•1 cup (180g) dried quinoa
•2 cups (480ml) water
•pinch salt and pepper
•1 ½ cups (185g) zucchini, chopped
•1 medium tomato, chopped
•¼ cup (25g) raw almonds, chopped
•¼ cup (40g) red onion, chopped
•1 small can chickpeas
•3 tsp. fresh basil, chopped

Dressing:

•2 tbsp. olive oil
•2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
•1 garlic clove
•1 tsp. honey

Instructions

  • Rinse the quinoa under cold running water for 2 minutes then place it into a small saucepan. Add in the water and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer and put on a lid on the pan. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  • While the quinoa is cooking, chop the zucchini and place into a pan with a little oil. Sauté for 4 minutes until brown on the edges. Do not overcook the zucchini or it will become soggy.
  • Chop the almonds, basil, tomato, and red onion into small pieces and place into a large bowl. 
  • Open the canned chickpeas, drain into a colander and rinse before placing into the bowl with the vegetables. 
  • Once the zucchini has cooled down add it to the bowl too.
  • When the quinoa has cooked, allow it to cool for 5 minutes, giving it the occasional stir. Now add the zucchini to the salad bowl with vegetables and chickpeas.
  • To make the dressing, mix the oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and crushed garlic clove into a small bowl and mix to combine. Pour over salad.
  • Serve the salad at room temperature or place in the fridge for 20 minutes to cool completely. 

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition per serving:

  • 444 kcal
  • 19g Fats
  • 57g Carbs
  • 17g Protein

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