Crunchy Quinoa Salad
This Crunchy Quinoa Salad is tasty and healthy with a yummy crunch!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crunchy Quinoa Salad
Servings: 8
Calories: 208kcal
Author: Leigh Anne
- 1 c quinoa uncooked
- 1 c red cabbage shredded
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- ½ red onion diced
- 1 c carrots shredded
- ⅓ c cilantro chopped
- ¼ c green onions diced
- ½ c cashews or peanuts
Dressing
- ¼ c natural peanut butter
- 1 tsp fresh ginger minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp olive oil
Cook quinoa in a medium pan. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add quinoa, stir and cover.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Fluff with a fork.
Cool.
Dressing
Place peanut butter and honey in a microwavable bowl and heat for about 25 seconds.
Add in ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, and oils. Stir until smooth.
Add dressing to quinoa to taste.
Add in remaining ingredients.
Garnish with nuts.
Chill or serve at room temperature.
Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 431mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3105IU | Vitamin C: 18.1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg