Superfood Salad with Quinoa and Hemp Seeds

This superfood salad is packed with nutrients and flavor. Quinoa provides protein and fiber, while hemp seeds add healthy fats and omega-3s. The vegetables provide a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of essential nutrients and stay healthy and energized.

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a healthy and satisfying salad to eat for lunch. I wanted something that was packed with nutrients and flavor, but also easy to make. I started with quinoa, which is a complete protein and a good source of fiber. Then I added hemp seeds, which are a great source of healthy fats and omega-3s. For vegetables, I chose carrots, celery, red onion, cucumber, and bell pepper. These vegetables provide a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Finally, I added some fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or basil, for extra flavor. This salad is now a staple in my diet, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 1/2 cup hemp seeds
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, or basil)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, hemp seeds, carrots, celery, red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and fresh herbs.
2. Toss to combine.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.
• Hemp seeds are a great source of healthy fats and omega-3s.
• The vegetables in this salad provide a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• The fresh herbs add extra flavor and nutrients to the salad.