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Easy Quinoa Salad

Chef Ria

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Since I came to learn about this little seed, I loved buying quinoa salads at my local farmers market. You probably knew it was only a matter of time before I got tired of paying for it and started making my own version. This makes a perfect hot-summer dish since the only cooking required is the quinoa.

I will admit, this recipe is light on salt. I prefer to let everyone add Bragg’s Liquid Amino Acids to taste once served. This gives each person control over their sodium intake. I didn’t want to use regular or even sea salt, so at the last minute I decided to try Bragg’s instead. Perfecto.

Quinoa Salad

An easy quinoa salad made for busy families. Simple ingredients, quick prep, comes together fast and holds up well for busy weeknight.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 3 stalks green onions or more if you are an onion fan
  • 1 cup sweet bell peppers red, yellow or orange
  • 2 tbsp Lemon about 1/2 a lemon
  • 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup of corn frozen and thawed ok
  • 1 15 oz can of Garbanzo beans
  • 1/2 cup sweet cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tsp of basil sage or any type of herb will do
  • Braggs amino acid optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  • Then, spread quinoa out and place in the refrigerator or freezer to cool quickly.
  • While quinoa cools, rinse and drain garbanzo beans and corn. Dice tomatoes, peppers, and green onions.
  • In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs.
  • Once quinoa is chilled, combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add Bragg’s aminos if using. Mix gently and serve.

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