🍲 Kilo Verme Destek · Anne
Vegetable Quinoa Salad — A Light, Filling and Refreshing Summer Meal for Mum
Made with quinoa, fresh cucumber, cherry tomatoes and mint, this refreshing summer salad gives mum a light, satisfying and filling meal. With olive oil and lemon, it is a practical and nourishing option.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups Water
- 1 piece Cucumber (finely diced)
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 piece Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 bunch Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 handful Fresh mint (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 lemon Lemon juice
Directions
- 1
Rinse the quinoa well under plenty of water. In a pot with 2 cups of water, cook over low heat with the lid on until the water is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.
- 2
Take it off the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes; then fluff with a fork and leave to cool to room temperature.
- 3
Chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley and mint and place them in a large bowl.
- 4
Add the cooled quinoa on top of the vegetables.
- 5
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with a little black pepper to taste if you like, toss and serve fresh.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
With its plant protein and fibre, quinoa can help you feel full for longer, while fresh vegetables add water, vitamins and freshness. Prepared with olive oil and lemon, this light salad can be a practical meal option on hot summer days as a gentle part of a balanced diet. It is not a weight-loss method on its own, but a complement to a varied and balanced diet.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we believe a mum caring for herself matters too; light, fresh and filling meals feel good on busy days. You can swap the ingredients for seasonal vegetables and, if you like, enrich it with a bowl of yogurt on the side. Health Note: This content is for information only; make your postpartum and breastfeeding nutrition decisions in consultation with your doctor.
Nutrition per serving
320
kcal
10 g
protein
40 g
carbs
14 g
fat
7 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.
