Quinoa, Tomato, Green Onion Side Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
90%
Quinoa, Tomato, Green Onion Side Salad
45 min.
2
396kcal
41.46%sweetness
71.86%saltiness
100%sourness
77.85%bitterness
36.45%savoriness
44.86%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This quinoa, tomato, and green onion side salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer day. It's a great way to use up those ripe tomatoes and green onions from your garden or local farmer's market. The combination of quinoa, tomatoes, and green onions creates a delicious and nutritious salad that's perfect as a side dish or even a light meal. The best part? It's ready in just 45 minutes! This vegan and gluten-free salad is packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats, making it a well-rounded and satisfying option. The addition of lemon juice adds a tangy twist, while salt and pepper bring out the flavors. This salad is an excellent choice if you're looking for a tasty and wholesome dish to add to your repertoire. It's a wonderful side dish to accompany grilled meats or fish, and it's also perfect as a starter or snack. With a high health score of 90%, this recipe is a nutritious and delicious choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup spring onion minced
  • 0.5  optional: lemon 
  • Tbs olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup quinoa uncooked
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • medium size tomatoes 
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Put your quinoa and your water in a pan.
  2. Heat over medium heat until bubbling, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.While your quinoa is cooking, get out and wash your green onions and tomatoes. Chop them roughly.Chop a lemon in half and squeeze one half's juice into a bowl, picking out the seeds.
  3. Let your quinoa cool. A little warm is fine.
  4. Add olive oil, lemon juice, and tomatoes and green onions to the pan. Stir.
  5. Add salt and pepper to your liking.
  6. Serve chilled

Nutrition Facts

Calories396kcal
Protein10.63%
Fat40.27%
Carbs49.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.75
Glycemic Load
2.09
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.927826086957%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.98mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.53mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.29mg
Quercetin
3.69mg

Taste

Sweetness:
41.46%
Saltiness:
71.86%
Sourness:
100%
Bitterness:
77.85%
Savoriness:
36.45%
Fattiness:
44.86%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:396.33kcal
19.82%
Fat:18.24g
28.07%
Saturated Fat:2.44g
15.22%
Carbohydrates:50.04g
16.68%
Net Carbohydrates:42.69g
15.52%
Sugar:4.49g
4.99%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:216.82mg
9.43%
Protein:10.84g
21.68%
Manganese:1.48mg
74.24%
Vitamin K:69.9µg
66.57%
Vitamin C:35.86mg
43.47%
Folate:154.72µg
38.68%
Magnesium:148.06mg
37.01%
Phosphorus:334.43mg
33.44%
Vitamin E:4.41mg
29.42%
Fiber:7.34g
29.38%
Vitamin A:1288.71IU
25.77%
Copper:0.51mg
25.4%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.29%
Potassium:756.86mg
21.62%
Iron:3.86mg
21.43%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.97%
Zinc:2.32mg
15.45%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.79%
Vitamin B3:1.86mg
9.29%
Selenium:5.68µg
8.11%
Calcium:72.87mg
7.29%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.72%
Source:Foodista
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