Monday, 8 August 2011

Quinoa Salad Recipe

This is one of my favourite lunches that is not only tasty but so easy to make.

What makes it even better, it's a wonderful fat burning lunch

You'll love it!

Quinoa & Raw Veg Salad


Quinoa Salad Recipe



Serves 1 - Calories 385; Saturated Fat 0.6g; Carbohydrates 73.9; Protein 13.7 per serving

Ingredients:

½ Cup quinoa
½ Cup red bell pepper
½ Cup diced cucumber
1/3 Cup diced scallions
¼ Cup chopped bell pepper
½ Cup chopped tomato
½ Cup fresh arugula
1 tbsp. Fresh lime juice
Sprinkle of ground black pepper

Instructions:

Cook quinoa (as instructed) allow to go cold
(If you can get your hands on pre-cooked quinoa without any additives or preservatives then go for it)
Place all other ingredients into a bowl
Pour on fresh squeezed lime juice
Add quinoa, black pepper and stir

This quinoa salad recipe is awesome for on the go, I take it with me all the time when I'm dashing here there and everywhere!


If you make a batch it will keep in the fridge for 2/3 days, ideally you want to eat it withing 24 hours so you get all the nutrients at their best.

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