Quinoa salad with beet root and spinach
MFA nutritionist
This vibrant Quinoa Salad with Beetroot and Spinach is a perfect blend of flavors, textures, and nutrients. It features fluffy quinoa, earthy roasted beetroots, fresh baby spinach, and a tangy citrus dressing. This salad is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal under 300 calories. It's ideal for lunch or a light dinner and can be served either warm or cold.
Typevegan
Allergies warningpeanut
Not suitable forhyper tension
Calories200
Time15 min
ingredients
Lettuce 1 head, chopped
0 ea
Tomatoes (2, diced)
0 kg
Carrots (2, shredded)
0 g
Lemon juice (1 tbsp)
0 g
nutritional value
kcal
120 kcal
protein
50 kcal
carbs
20 kcal
fiber
50 kcal
sugar
70 kcal
fat
90 kcal
saturatedFat
120 kcal
unSaturatedFat
111 kcal
instructions
Cook the Quinoa:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
Roast the Beetroots:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the diced beetroots on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender, stirring halfway through cooking.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted beetroots, baby spinach, red onion, feta cheese (if using), walnuts, and parsley.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. This salad can be enjoyed warm or cold.