Quinoa Salad with Citrus Cilantro Dressing
This nutty-flavored salad is high in carbs and protein.
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Nutrition Score per serving
(including dressing): 180 calories
10% fat (2 g; 0 g saturated)
76% carbs (34 g)
14% protein (6 g)
3 g fiber
43 mg calcium
4 mg iron
46 mg sodium
Serves: 2
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
| 1⁄2 | c | quinoa |
| 1 | c | water |
| 1⁄4 | c | diced cucumber |
| 1⁄4 | c | tomato, peeled, seeded and diced |
| 3 | coarsely chopped orange segments | |
| 2 | T | chopped celery |
| 2 | T | Citrus Cilantro Dressing (see recipe below) |
| Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish |
Instructions
1. Rinse and drain the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under running tap water until the water runs clear.
2. Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the quinoa and cook for 15 minutes over medium-low heat or until all the water is absorbed.
3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato, orange segments, celery and dressing. Add the quinoa and toss to mix. Refrigerate until cold. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve chilled.
