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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Veggies & Lemon Dressing

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Quinoa Salad with Roasted Veggies & Lemon Dressing is a refreshing and nutritious dish packed with flavors. The combination of quinoa, zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion, roasted to perfection and dressed with a zesty lemon dressing, makes for a satisfying meal or side dish.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked (185 g)
  • 1 zucchini, diced (about 150 g)
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped (120 g)
  • 1 small red onion, chopped (80 g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 mL)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the dressing:

  • Juice of 1 lemon (30 mL)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 mL)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (5 g)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp honey (15 mL)

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa, then cook according to package instructions. Allow to cool.
  2. Roast the veggies: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, and honey.
  4. Combine: In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, roasted veggies, and dressing. Toss well to combine. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can add other roasted veggies like cherry tomatoes, eggplant, or broccoli for variation.
  • This salad can be served warm or cold, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg