Quinoa and Arugula Salad

Last update May 19, 2019 23:26 by Pambos Miltiadous

Quinoa and Arugula Salad

Course : Lunch / Dinner

Prep Time : 5 minutes

Cook Time : 15 minutes

Total Time : 20 minutes

Servings : 1 people

Calories : 397 kcal per serving

INGREDIENTS

For salad

1 1/2 cup wild baby arugula
40 grams quinoa
1/2 ripe avocado, pit removed and diced
2 large Mushrooms, diced
1 tomato, diced

For dressing

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon honey
salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. In a small saucepan, bring the water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Transfer to a medium bowl to cool to room temperature, then fluff the quinoa

2. Refrigerate the quinoa for 20 minutes.

3. Add the baby arugula, mushrooms, tomatoes, and avocado to the bowl of quinoa and mix to combine.

4. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the ingredients.

5. Drizzle the salad with the dressing, as desired. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix until fully coated and leave to stand for 1-2 minutes, then serve.

* Optional ( cucumber, walnuts, parsley )

Enjoy!!