Colorful grain salad in ceramic bowl

Spring Quinoa & Veggie Bowl

Packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, this healthy quinoa salad recipe is ideal for meal prep, vegetarian diets, or anyone looking for a delicious and wholesome dish. 


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SERVES: 1


Ingredients:

1 cup cooked quinoa
Arugula, washed
Baby spinach, washed
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Cucumbers, chopped
Red onion, thinly sliced
Roasted sweet potatoes, cubed
Roasted beets, chopped
Crumbled feta cheese
Chopped pistachios
 

Creamy Balsamic Dressing:
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic glove
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon honey
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup good-quality olive oil
Pinch of salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
  1. Cook quinoa. Once cooked, spread it out on a parchment-lined sheet pan.  Drizzle lightly with olive oil, and season with salt.  Toast in a 400°F oven until golden and crispy, tossing once or twice.  Set aside to cool.
  2. For dressing, add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper.  Blend until smooth and creamy.  (You can use a blender or whisk for this step).  Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.  Store in a mason jar in refrigerator for up to one week.
  3. In a large bowl, combine arugula, baby spinach, chickpeas, cucumbers, red onion, sweet potatoes, beets, feta, pistachios, and crispy quinoa.
  4. Top with dressing and enjoy!