Quinoa Salad Bowl - Q - Alphabet

This Q dish featuring quinoa is an easy to make recipe that is healthy and great for a work lunch. It can be served warm or at room temp depending on your preference. This dish is really versatile since you can add basically any veggies you like. Some suggestions are arugula, mixed greens, carrots, and broccoli. I made this a vegetarian dish but you could any protein you like. Get creative with this one and have fun!
 
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked and fluffed quinoa

1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed
1 cup fresh spinach
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

1/2 cup bell pepper, diced

1 cup sweet potatoes, cubed and roasted
1-2 Tbsp crumbled feta
 
Lemon Dressing:
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
 
Directions:
1. Make lemon dressing by combining all ingredients in a small bowl or glass jar. Stir or shake well to combine. Set aside until ready to use.

2. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Once fluffed and cooled slightly add to a bowl.

3. Add beans, spinach, cherry tomatoes, sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and feta to the quinoa mix. Add half of the lemon dressing and gently stir until incorporated.

4. Taste for seasoning and add more lemon dressing if needed. Serve warm or store in an airtight container to serve the next day at room temp.