This refreshing and nutrient-dense vegan quinoa salad is the perfect plant-based meal for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and fresh vegetables, it's as good for your body as it is for your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley and lemon vinaigrette to taste
Instructions
- Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add quinoa, reduce heat, and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with the diced vegetables.
- Toss with lemon vinaigrette, salt, and pepper. Serve chilled.