{"id":32981,"date":"2020-05-26T13:08:40","date_gmt":"2020-05-26T19:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/?p=32981"},"modified":"2020-05-26T13:14:19","modified_gmt":"2020-05-26T19:14:19","slug":"nutty-rainbow-veggie-quinoa-crunch-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/nutty-rainbow-veggie-quinoa-crunch-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutty Rainbow Veggie Quinoa Crunch Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"

This nutty rainbow veggie quinoa crunch salad (say that 10 times fast) packs an eye-popping punch of nourishing veggies. Boasting both high protein and fiber counts, it's a light summer salad that satisfies in a big way.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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One of my favorite recipes on the blog is this<\/a> crunchy green salad. I've made it countless times in the year since its creation, and it never fails to satisfy and surprise.<\/p>\n

It's become a favorite of yours, too. Ranking in the top 10 most frequented recipes of the last year.<\/p>\n

And so with that in mind, I figured I'd bring you a similar and yet totally different quinoa-flecked rainbow version.<\/p>\n

Like its green-hued predecessor, this salad is exceptionally nutty (or seedy), crunchy, and chock full of nourishing vegetables. But the addition of quinoa ups the fiber and protein counts, making this salad a bit more substantial.<\/p>\n

I love its bright flavors and vibrant colors. I also love how filling and satisfying it is long-term.<\/p>\n

It's one of those rare salads that goes down light and yet keeps me full for hours.<\/p>\n

I also love how nutrient dense it is. It's immune-boosting and packed with feel-good micronutrients\u2014which, personally, I care a whole lot more about than macronutrients.<\/p>\n

The good stuff is in the minute details when it comes to food, and a rainbow on the plate tends to make a body happy.<\/p>\n

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To make this simple yet glamorous salad, you'll start by cooking up some quinoa. You'll need two whole cups for this recipe. Did I mention it makes a BIG portion? That 6-serving count you see below is six very generous meal servings. If you're making this as a side, you'll easily get 10 to 12 servings out of it.<\/p>\n

As the quinoa cooks, you'll get to work on cleaning and chopping (or preparing) the veggies and herbs.<\/p>\n

To make this nutty rainbow veggie quinoa crunch salad you'll need:<\/p>\n

Shelled edamame (I recommend thawing a bag of shelled frozen edamame).
\nJulienned mini bell peppers (or regular size if you can't find mini).
\nShredded red or green cabbage (or a mix of both as seen here).
\nSliced scallions.
\nSliced jalape\u00f1o pepper (totally optional).
\nChopped cilantro.
\nToasted peanuts or sunflower kernels.
\nToasted sesame seeds.<\/p>\n

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Once all of the salad mix-ins have been readied, you'll prepare the dressing by whisking together nut or seed butter, rice vinegar, tamari\/soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and a bit of pure maple syrup.<\/p>\n

Once the quinoa is ready and has cooled a bit, add it to a large serving bowl along with all the prepped veggies, herbs, nuts\/seeds, etc.<\/p>\n

Pour the dressing over top and toss to thoroughly coat.<\/p>\n

Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more vinegar, tamari, etc. as desired.<\/p>\n

I've found that most love this salad exactly as is without adjusting the seasonings, but being pregnant, I love a few extra splashes of rice vinegar over top of a bowlful.<\/p>\n

You do you. \ud83d\udc97<\/p>\n

I hope you love this nutty rainbow veggie quinoa crunch salad as much as that beloved green veggie crunch salad! I know I do.<\/p>\n

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This nutty rainbow veggie quinoa crunch salad (say that 10 times fast) packs an eye-popping punch of nourishing veggies. Boasting both high protein and fiber counts, it's a light summer lunch that satisfies in a big way.<\/span><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Keyword <\/span>gluten-free, plant-based, vegan<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Prep Time <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cook Time <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time <\/span>35 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Servings <\/span>6<\/span> servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Author <\/span>Ashley Melillo | Blissful Basil<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

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