QUINOA SALAD WITH RED PEPPER AND CUMIN VINAIGRETTE

Quinoa Salad With Red Pepper And Cumin Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories weekday, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 shallots, peeled and minced
1 cup corn kernels
1 medium zucchini, diced
3 cups cooked quinoa
1/2 cup red pepper and cumin vinaigrette (see recipe)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute for about 20 seconds. Add the corn and zucchini and saute until just tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Place the quinoa in a large bowl and toss well with the corn and zucchini. Mix in the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide the salad among 4 plates, garnish with the cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 666 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams