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Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing — homemade Rainbow Quinoa Salad recipe

Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing

A vibrant and nutritious rainbow quinoa salad tossed in a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Salad
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups purple cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup orange bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the quinoa and boil it in 2 cups of water for 15 minutes until fluffy, then allow it to cool.
  2. Combine the cooled quinoa, shredded purple cabbage, diced bell peppers, and fresh cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk the peanut butter with lime juice, soy sauce, and a splash of warm water in a separate container until smooth.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Garnish with crushed peanuts immediately before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.