Topped off with basil-chive vinaigrette, this salad is packed with healthy veggies and crisp almonds.
1 cup quinoa
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 ounces cubed feta cheese
½ cup sliced almonds, roasted
½ pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 small zucchini, trimmed and diced
2 scallions, diced
Basil-Chive Vinaigrette (recipe below)
BASIL-CHIVE VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice of ½ lime
¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Combine vinegar and lime juice in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until mixture is smooth and uniform. Stir in chives and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
Salt and pepper
Based on 6 servings.
Per serving:
|
Calories |
312 |
|
Total Fat |
20g |
|
Saturated Fat |
4g |
|
Monounsaturated Fat |
12g |
|
Polyunsaturated Fat |
3g |
|
Cholesterol |
13mg |
|
Sodium |
218mg |
|
Carbohydrates |
25g |
|
Dietary Fiber |
3g |
|
Protein |
9g |
|
Calcium |
116mg |
|
Magnesium |
91mg |
|
Potassium |
451mg |
|
Vitamin E |
4mg* |
* Total Alpha-Tocopherol Equivalents