Quinoa salad recipes became popular here relatively recently, with the arrival of the grain of the same name on the market. Quinoa, in turn, is a pseudo-cereal crop, especially beloved among the Indigenous peoples living in the Andes. It has long been familiar under another name — "goosefoot." Although the South American version of goosefoot differs from ours very much for the better)) On top of that, it is still considered an exotic product here, especially since you can find a wide variety of types in the store, including expensive ones.
The Five Most Commonly Used Ingredients in Quinoa Salad Recipes:
| Product | Calories per 100g | Protein g per 100g | Fats g per 100g | Carbohydrates g per 100g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinoa | 368 | 14 | 6 | 64 |
| Olive oil | 913 | 0 | 99.8 | 0 |
| Green onion | 19 | 1.3 | 0 | 4.6 |
| Lime juice | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2.2 |
| Cherry tomatoes | 15 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 2.8 |
Cooked (and raw too), quinoa made of mixed light and dark grains looks striking. That makes it an almost perfect ingredient for a wide range of festive dishes, including salads and other appetizers. Adding to this product's appeal are hundreds of articles devoted to its benefits — quinoa contains a lot of fiber and is absorbed by the human body almost one hundred percent.
So, how do you make a quinoa salad, and where is it best to start? It is recommended to soak the grain in cold water overnight beforehand. It will not only cook faster but also lose its slightly bitter taste. Then you need to rinse it and cook it until done in boiling water. This usually takes about fifteen minutes. Be sure to salt the water.
The Five Lowest-Calorie Quinoa Salad Recipes:
| Dish Name | Cooking time | Calories per 100g | User Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinoa and shrimp salad | 1 hour | 110 | +17 |
| Quinoa and avocado salad | 40 min | 124 | +36 |
| Salad with quinoa, chicken and oranges | 40 min | 157 | +76 |
| Beet salad with quinoa and bulgur | 45 min | 190 | +39 |
| Quinoa and chickpea salad with vegetables | 30 min | 225 | +55 |
After cooking there is no need to rinse it — you can just tip it into a colander to let the excess liquid drain. And only then add it to the salad, combined with other products chosen to your taste. These can be potatoes, carrots, celery root, cabbage, bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, oranges, pineapple, avocado, pears, cheese, apples, mushrooms, chicken, fish, corn, canned green beans, peas — in short, any salad vegetables, fruit and greens.