Quinoa Tabbouleh Arugula Salad

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
27%
Quinoa Tabbouleh Arugula Salad
45 min.
4
515kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Quinoa Tabbouleh Arugula Salad! This vibrant dish is not only gluten-free but also a popular choice for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. Perfect for lunch, as a side dish, or even as a main course, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Imagine the nutty flavor of fluffy quinoa combined with the freshness of diced cucumbers, juicy roma tomatoes, and the aromatic touch of minced parsley. Each bite is elevated by the creamy richness of ripe avocados and the tangy notes of crumbled feta cheese. The addition of balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil creates a dressing that ties all these wonderful ingredients together, making every mouthful a burst of flavor.

Not only is this salad a treat for your taste buds, but it also packs a nutritious punch, with healthy fats from avocados and olive oil, and a good balance of protein and carbohydrates. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a wholesome meal at home, this Quinoa Tabbouleh Arugula Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to nourish your body and delight your senses!

Ingredients

  • large avocados pitted ripe thinly sliced
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • large cucumber diced
  • 1.5 cups olive oil extra virgin 
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • teaspoon kosher salt (maybe a touch more after tasting)
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup parsley leaves minced
  •  roma tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • canning jar

Directions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  2. Transfer to a large bowl and fluff with fork.
  3. Let cool for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so.When quinoa is cooled for the most part, add Parmesan, tomatoes, cucumber, Feta, parsley, salt and pepper, stirring to combine.To prepare dressing, place olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper into a large mason jar. Close lid and shake like crazy for a good minute, or until dressing is nicely combined.
  4. Drizzle half into quinoa, stirring to combine. Save remaining dressing for drizzling over greens.Divide arugula between 4 large plates. Top arugula with large spoonfuls of quinoa and garnish plate with avocado slices.
  5. Drizzle greens with a touch of dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein9.82%
Fat76.47%
Carbs13.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.5
Glycemic Load
3.42
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.388695499171%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Naringenin
0.32mg
Apigenin
16.23mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
1.17mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:514.75kcal
25.74%
Fat:45.19g
69.52%
Saturated Fat:12.92g
80.76%
Carbohydrates:18.23g
6.08%
Net Carbohydrates:10.14g
3.69%
Sugar:5.31g
5.9%
Cholesterol:55.9mg
18.63%
Sodium:1356.13mg
58.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.06g
26.12%
Vitamin K:164.11µg
156.29%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
39.11%
Calcium:377.59mg
37.76%
Vitamin C:28.64mg
34.71%
Vitamin E:4.88mg
32.52%
Fiber:8.09g
32.37%
Folate:128.14µg
32.04%
Phosphorus:316.61mg
31.66%
Vitamin A:1510.97IU
30.22%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
29.21%
Potassium:802.56mg
22.93%
Vitamin B5:2.21mg
22.07%
Zinc:2.84mg
18.95%
Vitamin B12:1.04µg
17.38%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.72%
Selenium:11.19µg
15.98%
Magnesium:61.73mg
15.43%
Copper:0.31mg
15.39%
Vitamin B3:2.72mg
13.59%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.46%
Iron:1.93mg
10.72%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.72%