Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Quinoa is a very rich grain that contains protein and is very healthy. This quinoa recipe with lemon vinaigrette, vegetables, and raisins is delicious. Prepare it to accompany another dish or to eat it by itself.
Ingredients
4
Servings
  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup asparagus, diced
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • pepper
  • peppermint, for garnish
Preparation
30 mins
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  • Bring the quinoa to a boil in water in a pot according to the instructions on the box. (Generally, it would be 4 cups of water for 2 cups of quinoa).
  • Once it starts boiling, lower the heat, cover, and cook until all the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is well cooked.
  • In a skillet, cook the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat until tender (10-15 minutes), then remove from heat.
  • Mix the quinoa with the asparagus in the skillet.
  • In a small deep bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the vinaigrette and raisins and mix well. Serve.

Nutritional Information

* * Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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