Healthy 20-Minute Quinoa Salad Recipe With Edamame & Peas Belongs on Your Dinner Table Salads

Healthy is an understatement when it comes to this easy quinoa salad recipe. Cilantro or mint work equally well and complement the edamame and green peas perfectly.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
• 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or mint
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

Here's how to make it: 

1. Put the quinoa and water into a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. 
2. In a large bowl, combine the edamame, peas, cilantro or mint, lime juice, olive oil and cooked quinoa. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. 

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