Warm Quinoa Salad: A 25-Minute Heartfelt Self-Care Lunch
This vibrant quinoa salad is quick to prepare and perfect for a nourishing, self-care lunch that combines fresh vegetables with wholesome grains.
Ingredients
quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 unit cucumber, diced
- 1 unit avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and cook in water or broth, then let cool slightly.
- Combine cooked quinoa with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with feta cheese if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to add more herbs or vegetables for extra flavor.