This vibrant Vegan Mango Lime Quinoa Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the sweetness of mango with the zesty flavor of lime. It’s perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any meal.
This recipe is simple to prepare and showcases the versatility of quinoa, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking for a healthy vegan recipe.
Refreshing Mango Lime Quinoa Salad
This salad features fluffy quinoa mixed with ripe mango, bell peppers, red onion, and fresh cilantro, all tossed in a tangy lime dressing. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Let it cool.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, diced mango, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
