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Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad

Savory Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad for Vibrant Meals

Delight in this Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad, a vibrant dish that's quick, nutritious, and full of flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth or water
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 medium Zucchini chopped
  • 1 medium Red Onion chopped
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or other oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  3. Toss the prepared vegetables with olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the fluffy quinoa and roasted vegetables. Mix gently to maintain the integrity of the ingredients.
  5. Stir in the fresh parsley and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
  6. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for optimal flavor. Chill for at least an hour before serving if made ahead to enhance flavors.

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