Karol Smith
Quinoa Salad with Yogurt Dressing and Walnuts: A Wholesome and Nutritious Delight
This delicious and healthy Quinoa Salad with Yogurt Dressing and Walnuts is a perfect dish for any meal. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, crunchy walnuts, and creamy yogurt, this salad is both satisfying and nutritious. The tangy yogurt dressing adds a refreshing touch, making it a perfect dish for warm days or as a side for your favorite mains.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
– 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
– 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
For the Yogurt Dressing:
– 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon honey
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the quinoa:
– In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
– Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked.
– Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the salad ingredients:
– While the quinoa is cooling, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint.
– Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and slightly browned. Roughly chop the toasted walnuts.
3. Make the yogurt dressing:
– In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and honey.
– Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the salad:
– In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled quinoa with the prepared vegetables, herbs, and toasted walnuts.
– Pour the yogurt dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is well coated.
5. Serve:
– Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately.
– You can also refrigerate the salad for an hour before serving if you prefer it chilled.
Enjoy this Quinoa Salad with Yogurt Dressing and Walnuts as a healthy main course or a delightful side dish!
