Kid-Friendly Quinoa with Ginger Sesame Dressing
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Servings 2
Calories 657kcal
Cost $
Ingredients
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup of dry quinoa
- 1 cup sliced cucumber peeled and seeded
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 2 scallions finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- Ginger Sesame Dressing:
- 1 lemon juiced
- 3 tablespoons bragg's amino acids
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed oil
- ½ - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, lower heat, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked. Transfer cooked quinoa to a baking sheet and let cool.
- When cooled, mix together in a large bowl with cucumber, carrots, edamame, scallions and sesame seeds.
- Meanwhile, place all dressing ingredients in a blender and pulse until well combined. Pour on top of quinoa mixture and stir well.
- Serve chilled and enjoy :)
Notes
Adding curly cut carrots may entice your tots too :)
Nutrition
Calories: 657kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 1289mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 10884IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 253mg | Iron: 8mg