Epicure Recipes

Zesty Quinoa & Tomato Salad

Side DishesVeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeDinnerLunchLow-sodiumSugar Conscious

35 min

4 servings

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Quinoa is packed with energy-boosting protein. Make a big batch of quinoa and add to any salad or side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 yellow or red tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 - 2 green onions, sliced – optional
  • 1⁄2 cup Poco Picante Salsa
  • 2 tbsp Poco Picante Salsa Mix
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp lime juice, optional
  • cilantro, optional
  • Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper

Preparation

  1. Combine quinoa and water in Multipurpose Pot - 8 cup. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove and let stand for 5 minutes.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes and serve as a cold salad.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 200, Fat 3 g (Saturated 0 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g (Fiber 5 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 7 g.

Tips

Flavour Changer: Try your favourite prepared Epicure Dressing instead of Poco Picante Salsa. Top with any of Epicure’s Toppers.