Quinoa Summer Veggie Salad (Vegan)
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Ingredients
Directions
Cook quinoa: Combine 1 c. rinsed quinoa with 2 c. salted water or broth.
Bring to a boil, cover, cook for 15 minutes.
Remove from heat, keep covered and let stand for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork. Transfer to serving bowl and let cool.
While quinoa is cooking, wash and cut veggies into bite-sized pieces.
If desired, add hard vegetables (like carrots and green beans) to the quinoa during the last few minutes of cooking to soften.
While quinoa is cooling, prepare the dressing:
Wisk together lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt and pepper. Drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously.
Pour dressing over salad, add parsley and olives and tomatoes (if using). Stir well to combine. Serve warm as a side dish, or cool and serve as a salad.