Spring Pea & Mint Quinoa Salad

Name: Spring Pea & Mint Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1.5 cups vegetable broth or water; 1.5 cups fresh or frozen green peas, thawed; 1 small cucumber, diced; 4 radishes, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 small shallot, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

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Welcome warmer weather with this refreshing and nutritious Spring Pea & Mint Quinoa Salad. This vibrant dish combines fluffy, protein-rich quinoa with sweet green peas (fresh or frozen), crisp cucumber, peppery radishes, and a generous amount of fresh mint and dill. A simple, zesty lemon-Dijon vinaigrette brings all the flavors together, while crumbles of tangy feta cheese add a salty creaminess (omit for vegan). It's a versatile salad that can be served as a light main course, a side dish for grilled meats or fish, or a make-ahead option for picnics and potlucks. Gluten-free and packed with plant-based protein and fiber, this salad is as healthy as it is delicious, celebrating the fresh, clean flavors of the season.

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A bright green and white Spring Pea and Mint Quinoa Salad in a large ceramic bowl, showing fresh herbs and vegetables

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings4 servings

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

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Instructions

1
Cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
2
In a large bowl, combine the warm quinoa, peas, cucumber, radishes, mint, and dill.
3
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, shallot, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
4
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5
Fold in the crumbled feta cheese (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning.
6
Serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

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