Description
A vibrant and nourishing quinoa salad packed with turmeric infused quinoa, tender edamame, crunchy purple cabbage, creamy avocado, and fresh herbs tossed in a bright lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, or a colorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shelled edamame
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly using a fine mesh strainer.
- Add quinoa, water, and turmeric to a medium saucepan and stir gently.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, edamame, purple cabbage, green onions, cilantro, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until combined.
- Fold in diced avocado just before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving for deeper flavor.
Notes
- Rinse quinoa well to remove bitterness and improve texture.
- Add avocado right before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.
- The salad tastes even better after chilling for 20 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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