Asian Quinoa Salad

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 156.0
  • Total Fat: 5.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 479.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 21.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.1 g
  • Protein: 6.4 g

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Introduction

Vegetarian and gluten free Vegetarian and gluten free
Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

    1 cup quinoa
    2 cups water
    1 cup chopped red cabbage
    1 cup shelled and cooked edamame
    1 red bell pepper
    1 cup shredded carrots
    1 cup diced cucumber

    For the dressing:
    1/4 cup gluten free soy sauce
    1 tablespoon sesame oil
    1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
    2 tablespoons chopped green onions
    1/4 cup chopped cilantro
    1 tablespoon sesame seeds
    1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
    1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Prepare quinoa and edamame as directed on their packages.
2. Place the cooked quinoa in a large bowl. Add the cabbage, edamame, red bell pepper, shredded carrots, and diced cucumber to the quinoa. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa. Mix well.
This salad can be served at room temperature or chilled.

Serving Size: Makes about 8 side servings

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user BECKI2905.