START TODAY! | 7 DAY FREE TRIAL
1 CUP QUINOA
1 + 1/2 CUPS WATER
1 CUP CHOPPED GREEN BELL PEPPER
1 CUP CHOPPED RED BELL PEPPER
1/3 CUP CRUMBLED FETA CHEESE
1/4 CUP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
2-3 TBSP APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
SALT AND PEPPER, TO TASTE
1-2 TBSP FRESH PARSLEY
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: HUMMUS, OLIVES, DICED FRESH TOMATOES OR SLICED AVOCADO
OPTIONAL: For a super simple vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour over your quinoa bowl and toss. Enjoy!
STEP 1:
Rinse and drain quinoa using a mesh strainer or sieve.
STEP 2:
Bring medium saucepan to med heat, lightly toast quinoa to remove excess water. Stir just a few minutes. This step is optional but adds to nuttiness & fluff!
STEP 3:
Add water, set to high & boil.
STEP 4:
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered with lid slightly ajar for 12-13 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
STEP 5:
Chop & prep remaining ingredients and whisk together dressing ingredients.
STEP 6:
Fluff quinoa and add toppings of choice.
Servings: 4
Nutrition per Serving: Calories 364, Total Fat 19g, Carbs 41g, Protein 9g, Fiber 7g, Sugars 7g
