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Rainbow Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Rainbow Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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Rainbow Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful and nutritious dish that brightens up any meal. This vibrant salad features a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and edamame, all tossed together with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a side at gatherings, this salad not only looks stunning but also delivers an explosion of flavor while being rich in essential nutrients. Its versatility allows for easy customization to suit your taste preferences, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 4 cups shredded greens (spinach, kale, etc.)
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1 cup chickpeas
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ½ cup dried mango (chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.
  2. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water and cook in boiling water for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain excess water and fluff with a fork.
  3. Shred greens and purple cabbage into bite-sized pieces; thaw edamame if frozen; rinse chickpeas; quarter cherry tomatoes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded greens and quinoa. Layer toppings in a rainbow pattern: purple cabbage, blueberries, edamame, chickpeas, dried mango pieces, and cherry tomatoes.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg