Quinoa and Arugula Salad

4 servings

25 minutes

Quinoa and arugula salad is a light and sophisticated dish inspired by Italian culinary traditions. Quinoa, known for its nutrition, combined with fresh tomatoes and fragrant cilantro creates a rich texture and intense flavor. Pickled onions add zest, while lemon juice and olive oil enhance the freshness and lightness of the dish. Arugula surrounding the salad adds a refined bitterness and highlights the delicacy of taste. This salad is perfect for a light dinner or as part of an exquisite Italian feast where simplicity, ingredient quality, and flavor balance are valued.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 126.8
• Proteins: 3.9g
• Fats: 4.1g
• Carbohydrates: 16.9g

Ingredients

• Quinoa: 100 g
• Tomatoes: 100 g
• Lemon juice: 3 ml
• Coriander: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Salt: 2 g
• Olive oil: 10 ml
• Red onion: 30 g
• Arugula: 15 g

Cooking steps

1. Slice the onion into feathers, add sugar, salt, and lemon juice, and let it steep for half an hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 30 g
   • Sugar: 3 g
   • Salt: 2 g
   • Lemon juice: 3 ml

2. Boil the quinoa and let it cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Quinoa: 100 g

3. Cut the tomatoes into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 100 g

4. Mix the grains with tomatoes, finely chopped cilantro, and pickled onions. Dress with olive oil and place in the center of the plate, decorating the edges with arugula.

   Required ingredients:

   • Quinoa: 100 g
   • Tomatoes: 100 g
   • Coriander: 2 g
   • Red onion: 30 g
   • Olive oil: 10 ml
   • Arugula: 15 g