Flavourful Quinoa Salad

Winter is the best time to make up some new recipes and this yummy quinoa salad is a refreshing meal to grab on in this weather with the pinch of varied nutritional benefits.

Nutritional benefits
Quinoa is a complete protein containing all essential amino acids. It also helps in constipation and blood pressure as it has good fiber content. Chickpeas offer a variety of health benefits, such as improving digestion, reducing the risk of diseases, and helps in weight management. Carrots are rich in antioxidants. Therefore this salad is a package of nutrition and taste.

Ingredients: –

• 20g cooked quinoa
• 10 grams red bell pepper
• 10 grams chopped cucumber
• 10 grams chopped tomatoes
• 10 grams chopped carrot
• 10 grams boiled chickpea
• 10 grams chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 5 grams parsley
• 2 garlic cloves
• Freshly ground black pepper and salt

Calorie Count
Calories: – 97 kcal
Protein: 2.7 grams
Carbohydrates: 13.4 grams
Fat: 3.8 grams

Method:-

• Start by roasting the red bell pepper over the flame; cover for 5-10 minutes and pee, and chop
• On the other side take a small bowl; add in the olive oil, lemon juice. Parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper to form the dressing.
• In a large bowl; toss the cooked quinoa along with veggies and chickpeas. Mix them well and add on the dressing and serve

Over to you
Summer is all about sun, sand and really good food. This is a delicious quinoa salad perfect for healthier eating goals! So enjoy!