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How to make Zesty Lemon Quinoa Bowl — key cooking step

Zesty Lemon Quinoa Bowl

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  • Author: Emma Brookstone
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Healthy Weight Management
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Zesty Lemon Quinoa Bowl is a refreshing and nutritious meal packed with flavor and healthy ingredients. Perfect for weight management!


Ingredients

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1 cup quinoa

2 cups vegetable broth

1 lemon, juiced and zested

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil


Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.

4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.

5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, lemon juice, lemon zest, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

6. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.


Notes

This dish can be served warm or cold. Great for meal prep!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg