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Lime Quinoa Salad With Mint Recipe

Refreshing and healthy quinoa salad with lime and mint.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped fresh mint
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ cup diced cucumber
  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, mint, parsley, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and add to the bowl. Mix well.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Mint, Quinoa
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