Nourished Digest
January 04, 2026
RAINBOW QUINOA SALAD
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 1 cup chopped capsicum
- 1 cup broccoli
- ½ red onion
- 1 cup quinoa
- Herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme, rosemary)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Protein source of choice (½ chicken breast topped with herbs)
Instructions:
- Cook quinoa in 2 cups of water until fluffy (about 15 mins). Let quinoa cool
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss chopped veggies and onion with olive oil and herbs. Roast for 20–25 mins
- Grill or bake chicken breast until cooked through, then slice or shred
- Mix quinoa and roasted veggies in a bowl. Top with the chicken
- Optional: drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice. Serve warm or chilled