Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad: A Refreshing Healthy Delight!
Looking for a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s both easy to make and absolutely delicious? Our Thai Quinoa Crunch Salad is the answer! Bursting with colorful veggies and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With its crunchy textures and fresh flavors, it’s a dish that’s bound to impress everyone at your table. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or potlucks. Enjoy every bite knowing you’re indulging in something healthy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water; bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cools, chop all vegetables: red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with chopped vegetables. Pour dressing over and toss gently to mix.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg