Description
Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight! is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal as a main course or a side dish, it’s quick to prepare and makes for a delightful addition to summer picnics or family gatherings. With its colorful presentation and satisfying crunch, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and sesame seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together gently until well combined.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld properly.
- Serve cold or at room temperature for a refreshing treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg