Description
A lively, nutrient-packed salad featuring colorful vegetables and crunchy chili lime cashews, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1/2 cup chili lime cashews
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Fluff the quinoa using a fork and allow it to cool.
- Combine the cooled quinoa with the diced bell peppers, cucumber, shredded carrots, and diced mango in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the chili lime cashews and pour in the peanut dressing. Toss everything well to blend the flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to substitute any vegetables to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: You Need This Healthy