Healthy Quinoa Salad Without Sugar or Artificial Ingredients
✅ Benefits of Quinoa and Vegetable Salad:
Rich in plant-based protein: Quinoa contains all essential amino acids, making it a complete source of protein.
Promotes feelings of fullness: The fiber in quinoa and vegetables helps reduce appetite and control weight.
Improves digestion: Thanks to the dietary fiber in fresh vegetables and quinoa.
Gluten-free: Suitable for those with gluten sensitivity or following a gluten-free diet.
Anti-inflammatory: Extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar contain natural antioxidants that reduce inflammation and protect the heart.
Maintains blood sugar levels: Quinoa has a low glycemic index, which helps stabilize blood sugar levels.
Rich in minerals: such as iron, magnesium, and potassium.
🍽️ Preparation Method (Step by Step):
🔸 Ingredients:
1 cup organic quinoa
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 cucumber, diced
1 large tomato or 6 cherry tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup chopped parsley or mint
1/2 red or yellow bell pepper (optional)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
🥄 Preparation:
Cook the quinoa:
Wash the quinoa well under water.
In a saucepan, add the quinoa with the water or vegetable broth.
Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover and simmer for 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed.
Leave it to cool completely.
Vegetable Preparation:
Chop all vegetables as desired (smaller sizes make eating easier).
Mix:
In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with the vegetables.
Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Mix well.
Serving:
Serve the salad cold as an appetizer or light main course.
Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Eating healthy isn’t just a choice, it’s a lifestyle. And here in the heart of the Amazon, we have the freshest ingredients to make that happen.
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