Lemon pine nut quinoa salad
Enjoy a refreshing Lemon Pine Nut Quinoa Salad, a light and tangy dish featuring nutrient-rich quinoa, crunchy pine nuts, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect as a healthy side or a delicious main course, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for any meal.
- 27 Apr 2024
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 1 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
Lemon Pine Nut Quinoa Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that's perfect for any meal. This recipe combines the protein-packed goodness of quinoa with the nutty flavor of pine nuts and the bright zest of lemon juice. It's simple to make and can be served as a main dish or a side.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Measure out 1/2 cup of quinoa. Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve or strainer and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water. This helps remove the natural coating called saponin, which can make the quinoa taste bitter.
- In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed quinoa with 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Afterward, fluff the quinoa with a fork and set it aside to cool.
- While the quinoa is cooking, heat a small skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the 10 pine nuts to the skillet and toast them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn them. Once toasted, remove the pine nuts from the skillet and set them aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, measure out 3 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice. Alternatively, you can use bottled lemon juice if fresh is not available.
- Optionally, season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with the toasted pine nuts.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the quinoa and pine nuts, and toss everything together until well coated.
- Transfer the lemon pine nut quinoa salad to a serving dish or individual bowls.
- This salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for later. It pairs well with a variety of main dishes or can be enjoyed on its own as a light, refreshing meal.
Tips:
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly to remove its natural coating, called saponin, which can make it taste bitter.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Feel free to add extra ingredients like chopped fresh herbs, diced vegetables, or crumbled feta cheese to elevate the salad.
- Let the quinoa cool to room temperature before adding the lemon juice and pine nuts for a better texture.
Lemon Pine Nut Quinoa Salad is a versatile recipe that's both delicious and nutritious. By following these simple steps and tips, you can create a vibrant and flavorful dish that will delight your taste buds. Enjoy it as a light lunch or a satisfying side to your favorite main course.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 120 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 220kcal | 9% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 6g | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 22g | 6% |
| Fiber 3.05g | 8% |
| Sugar 1.73g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 13g | 16% |
| Saturated 1.04g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 0.17ug | 0% |
| Choline 30mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.13mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 1.11mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.13mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B9 44ug | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E 2.14mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K 9ug | 8% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 18mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.39mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.22mg | 20% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus, P 230mg | 18% |
| Potassium, K 260mg | 8% |
| Selenium, Se 2.51ug | 5% |
| Sodium, Na 6mg | 0% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.03mg | 18% |
| Water | |
| Water 72g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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