Are you tired of the same old boring salads? Do you want to impress your friends and family with a dish that's both healthy and delicious? Look no further! Our Honey Mustard Quinoa Salad recipe is a game-changer. With its perfect balance of sweet and tangy, this salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. And the best part? It's incredibly easy to make and can be ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water to remove any bitter coating.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
- Remove quinoa from heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork and transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool.
- While quinoa is cooling, prepare the honey mustard dressing by whisking together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Chop celery and red bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.
- Add chopped celery and red bell pepper to the cooled quinoa in the mixing bowl.
- Pour the honey mustard dressing over the quinoa and vegetables, stirring gently to ensure even coating.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing and nutritious salad.
Tips
- * Make sure to rinse your quinoa thoroughly to remove any bitter coating and ensure a tender texture. * Don't overcook your quinoa - 15-18 minutes is the perfect amount of time to achieve a fluffy consistency. * Let your quinoa cool completely before adding the honey mustard dressing to prevent it from becoming too soggy. * Adjust the amount of honey and Dijon mustard to your taste - you can always add more, but it's harder to take it away! * For an extra burst of flavor, try adding some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill to your salad. * This salad is perfect for meal prep - simply refrigerate or freeze for up to 3 days and enjoy whenever you need a quick and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
