Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Tahini Dressing
This quinoa salad is packed with hormone-balancing ingredients like quinoa (a good source of protein and fiber), colorful vegetables rich in antioxidants, and tahini (made from sesame seeds, a good source of healthy fats). It’s a delicious and nutritious dish that supports overall hormone health and wellbeing.
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
For Tahini Dressing:
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the quinoa: In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Roast the vegetables: While the quinoa is cooking, spread the diced sweet potato, sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Make the tahini dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and roasted vegetables. Pour the tahini dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: Approximately 380
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 200mg
Total Carbohydrates: 43g
Dietary Fiber: 7g
Sugars: 7g
Protein: 10g
This quinoa salad is not only delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrients that supports your hormonal health and overall wellbeing.
