Costco Quinoa Salad (Copycat Recipe)
This delicious salad is protein packed with quinoa and lentils, plus plenty of vegetables and tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a healthy lunch, light dinner, or side dish.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 218kcal
Equipment
- Rubbermaid Storage Containers
- Olive Oil Dispenser
Ingredients
For the dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the salad
- 2 cups cooked cooled quinoa
- 1 cup canned lentils rinsed and drained
- 1 red pepper seeded and diced
- 1 small tomato seeded and diced
- 1 medium cucumber diced
- 1 cup kale finely chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing.
- Add all of the salad ingredients to the bowl and toss to mix well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 62mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g