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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
- Servings: 2
- Prep Time: 10 Min
- Cook Time: 10 Min
- This Recipe Is Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
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
