Easy Quinoa Dinner After a Hot Day
by millvalley, May 17, 2009 | Permalink
I love to cook, but when it’s 90 degrees outside, even I tone it down. Here’s a great dinner plan for a hot day. Quinoa takes only 20 minutes to cook - and it’s a good source of protein. It makes a perfect base for a filling grain salad. For this sald, start with a cup of quinoa. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a simmer - cook about 20 minutes, covered - or until water is absorbed.
Our produce department is full of great deals and fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies right now. Check out the sweet spring onions and local greens for a fresh salad. Dessert? Berries, berries, and more berries. Local Blue Moon strawberries are here - look for their signature blue basket! We also have good blueberries and raspberries coming in now and the pineapples have been fantastic.
Quinoa Salad
Combine the following:
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 small spring onions, diced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- kernels from 2 ears of corn (if desired, lightly steam or saute first)
- 1/2 cup brown rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 small handful Italian parsley, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- salt & pepper, to taste
Mix well and serve. If desired, top with diced fresh avocado tossed in lime juice just before serving.
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