Beyoncé’s Rainbow Quinoa Salad
Enjoy Beyoncé’s favorite Rainbow Quinoa Salad, a vibrant, protein-packed blend of quinoa, kale, avocado, and fresh veggies with a lemon olive oil dressing.
Equipment
- Medium pot with lid
- Large mixing bowl
- Colander for rinsing quinoa and chickpeas
- Knife and cutting board
- Spoon for mixing
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth for extra flavor, or water
- 1 cup kale chopped
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or canned, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 avocado diced
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed, about 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Quinoa:
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness.1 cup quinoa
- In a medium pot, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.2 cups vegetable broth
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow it to cool slightly.
Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
- While the quinoa is cooking, chop the kale, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the avocado. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and corn if using canned.1 cup kale, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 avocado
Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped kale, chickpeas, corn, cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado.1 can, 1 cup corn kernels
Dress the Salad:
- Drizzle the salad with fresh lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine all ingredients, ensuring everything is evenly coated.2-3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, Salt and pepper
Serve:
- Enjoy immediately for maximum freshness, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Serve as a main meal or as a side dish for additional protein.
Notes
Storage: This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Customize the Greens: If kale is too hearty, you can swap it for spinach or arugula.
Add Texture: For extra crunch, try adding a handful of toasted seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
Meal Prep: Great for meal prepping, as it keeps well and can be packed for lunches or quick dinners.
Customize the Greens: If kale is too hearty, you can swap it for spinach or arugula.
Add Texture: For extra crunch, try adding a handful of toasted seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
Meal Prep: Great for meal prepping, as it keeps well and can be packed for lunches or quick dinners.
Nutrition
Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 599mgPotassium: 667mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1111IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg
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