Asparagus, Tomato & Feta Cheese Quinoa Salad

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 221.8
  • Total Fat: 5.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 12.5 mg
  • Sodium: 166.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 35.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.9 g
  • Protein: 9.0 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Asparagus, Tomato & Feta Cheese Quinoa Salad calories by ingredient



Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    1 cup quinoa, uncooked
    1 bunch asparagus, tough ends removed
    1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
    2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    1 cup grape tomatoes
    1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Leaves
    56 grams crumbled feta cheese
    salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Cook quinoa according to package directions. Meanwhile, blanch asparagus in boiling water for about 1 min. Transfer asparagus to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Drain once cooled, roughly chop and set aside.

In a large bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Mix in cooked and cooled quinoa, tomatoes, basil and asparagus. Transfer to serving bowl and top with goat cheese crumbles.

Serving Size: Makes 4 servings

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SOPHIKKO.

TAGS:  Vegetarian Meals |