Quinoa with fresh vegetables

4 servings

20 minutes

Quinoa with fresh vegetables is a light and nutritious salad that combines vibrant flavors and the freshness of natural ingredients. Quinoa, known as an ancient super grain, comes from South America and is valued for its nutritional benefits. In this recipe, it pairs wonderfully with juicy tomatoes, sweet red peppers, and aromatic cilantro, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Green onions add a slight spiciness while berry vinegar provides a refreshing tang. This dish can be served as a side to meat, fish or poultry or enjoyed as a standalone vegetarian meal. Its lightness and health benefits make it an ideal choice for healthy eating.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 250.8
• Proteins: 9.8g
• Fats: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 40.9g

Ingredients

• Coriander leaves: 1 bunch
• Quinoa: 1 glass
• Tomatoes: 3 pc
• Fresh red pepper: 2 pc
• Green onions: 1 bunch
• Raspberry vinegar: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Cook quinoa according to the package instructions and cool to room temperature.

   Required ingredients:

   • Quinoa: 1 glass

2. We cut tomatoes and red peppers into thin slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Fresh red pepper: 2 pieces

3. Chop the green onion into pieces about 2 cm long and roughly chop the cilantro.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Coriander leaves: 1 bunch

4. Mix the cooked quinoa at room temperature with vegetables and onion, and top with chopped cilantro. Dress with raspberry or any other berry vinegar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Quinoa: 1 glass
   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Fresh red pepper: 2 pieces
   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Coriander leaves: 1 bunch
   • Raspberry vinegar: 2 tablespoons

5. We serve as a side dish to meat, poultry, or fish, or eat it as an independent vegetarian salad.