Description
A refreshing and nutritious Cabbage Quinoa Salad that is packed with flavors and textures. This salad is a perfect light meal or side dish, combining the goodness of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and herbs with a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
Quinoa:
- 1 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked
Vegetables:
- 1 avocado
- 2 1/2 Tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped*
- 1 1/2 cup chopped cabbage
- 2 tbsp olives, pitted & chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper**
- 1 small tomato, thinly chopped (optional)
- 3 Tbsp chopped parsley
- 3 Tbsp chopped basil
Seasoning:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- fresh lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables and other ingredients that need to be chopped. Prepare the quinoa and chop all the vegetables and herbs as needed.
- Add everything to a bowl and mix together. Combine all the prepared ingredients in a large bowl.
- Serve immediately and store leftovers in the fridge. Enjoy the salad fresh, and if storing, omit avocado and tomato for longer shelf life.
Notes
- For best results, adjust seasoning before serving.
- This salad is versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or protein sources.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Cabbage Quinoa Salad, Quinoa Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Recipe
