Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette is a healthy and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The roasted vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, and the citrus vinaigrette adds a bright and refreshing flavor. This salad is also packed with protein and fiber, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.

This recipe was inspired by a salad I had at a local restaurant. The salad was so delicious, I knew I had to recreate it at home. I experimented with different ingredients and proportions until I came up with this recipe. I love how the flavors of the roasted vegetables and the citrus vinaigrette complement each other. This salad is now one of my favorite go-to meals.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
4. While vegetables are roasting, cook quinoa according to package directions.
5. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let cool slightly.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
7. Pour vinaigrette over quinoa and vegetables and toss to coat.
8. Garnish with cilantro and parsley.

Why It Works

• The roasted vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, which adds a delicious flavor and texture to the salad.
• The citrus vinaigrette is bright and refreshing, and it complements the flavors of the roasted vegetables perfectly.
• The quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber, which makes this salad a satisfying and nutritious meal.