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Coconut Lime Quinoa Salad

A refreshing dairy-free quinoa salad with coconut and lime flavors, perfect for a light meal.

Dairy Free 15 min prep 20 min cook Serves 4 Dairy Free
Coconut Lime Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

  • quinoa
    200 grams 1 cup rinsed
  • coconut milk
    240 ml 1 cup full fat canned
  • lime juice
    30 ml 2 tablespoons
  • fresh cilantro
    15 grams 0.5 cup chopped
  • red bell pepper
    100 grams 1 cup diced
  • cucumber
    100 grams 1 cup diced
  • olive oil
    15 ml 1 tablespoon
  • salt
    2 grams 0.5 teaspoon
  • black pepper
    1 gram 0.25 teaspoon

Method

  • 1
    Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  • 2
    Combine quinoa and coconut milk in a saucepan.
  • 3
    Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • 4
    Remove from heat; fluff quinoa with a fork and cool.
  • 5
    Mix lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • 6
    Toss quinoa with dressing, cilantro, bell pepper, and cucumber.
  • 7
    Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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