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Amazing Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad

Amazing Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad for Vibrant Meals

A delicious and nutritious Amazing Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Salad perfect for meal prep and quick lunches or dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth or water
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 medium Zucchini chopped
  • 1 medium Red Onion chopped
For the Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for tossing vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Fresh Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare vegetables by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Combine 1 cup of rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer covered for about 15 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss together chopped red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Spread seasoned vegetables on a lined baking sheet and roast in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, and chopped fresh parsley. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently to mix.
  6. Serve immediately or cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize your salad by adding proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Best enjoyed fresh, but also great for meal prep.

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