Arugula and Quinoa Salad

Arugula is also known as rocket or roquette, and it has a slightly peppery taste that adds a unique flavor to salads.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Arugula and Quinoa Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Grilling Cuisine: International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Salad, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cup Arugula
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 cup Cucumber
• 0.5 cup Red Onion
• 0.5 cup Feta Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Serve the arugula and quinoa salad as a light and healthy lunch or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.