- Calories 460
- Caloriesfromfat 0.0%
- Fat 24.7g
- Satfat 5g
- Monofat 14.7g
- Polyfat 3.8g
- Protein 12.5g
- Carbohydrate 48.4g
- Fiber 7.4g
- Cholesterol 13mg
- Iron 3.5mg
- Sodium 499mg
- Calcium 133mg
Red Quinoa Salad
The health benefits of this gluten-free ancient grain are spectacular. Red quinoa makes a beautiful main-dish salad, but you can use whichever color you’d like.
How to Make It
Cook quinoa according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and place in a large bowl. Let cool 1 hour.
While quinoa cools, combine oil and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Let stand 20 minutes.
Add dressing, tomato, and next 4 ingredients (through chickpeas) to quinoa; toss well. Add cheese, and toss gently. Serve with lemon wedges.
Kids Can Help: With a child-safe knife, kids can chop the tomatoes and cucumber, and then crumble the feta.
Chef's Notes
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