Quinoa and Lentil Salad

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A salad made with a superfood! It's light, fresh, and packed with flavor. Not to mention, it's easy to make. You can sub honey for the agave nectar.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups quinoa

  • 3 cups water

  • ½ cup dry lentils

  • 2 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon agave nectar

  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 small carrot, chopped

  • ½ cucumber, chopped

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • ½ yellow bell pepper, chopped

Directions

  1. Bring the quinoa and 6 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Run under cold water to cool; drain. Pour into a large bowl.

  2. Meanwhile, bring the lentils and 2 cups water to a boil in a separate saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Run under cold water to cool; drain any excess moisture.

  3. Whisk the rice vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and agave nectar together in a bowl until well incorporated. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and stir to coat evenly. Add the lentils, carrot, cucumber, green onions, and yellow bell pepper; stir until evenly mixed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

379 Calories
11g Fat
57g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 379
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 114mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 57g 21%
Dietary Fiber 11g 39%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 14g 29%
Vitamin C 32mg 35%
Calcium 36mg 3%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 356mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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