This colorful quinoa salad has become a real staple for me. I first ate it a few years ago at a summer party with friends and was immediately thrilled. The combination of the different textures and aromas simply blew me away. Since then, I have refined the recipe again and again and adapted it to my taste. The quinoa forms the basis of the salad. I prefer to use black quinoa because it has a slightly stronger, slightly earthy taste and is also a visual highlight. It is important to rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water before cooking to remove any bitter substances. The avocado provides a creamy component and provides healthy fats. The arugula brings a pleasant sharpness and spice to the salad. The cherry tomatoes contribute a fruity sweetness and the feta cheese provides a salty note. The spring onions round the whole thing off with their light onion flavor. The preparation in the Thermomix® is really child's play. While the quinoa simmers away in the mixing bowl, you can relax and chop the vegetables. This saves time and nerves. The dressing is also prepared in no time at all. The garlic is finely chopped in the Thermomix® so that it can develop its aroma optimally. Aceto Balsamico Bianco is my secret ingredient for a particularly fruity and slightly sweet dressing. If you like it vegan, you can simply leave out the feta cheese or replace it with a vegan alternative. Instead of honey, you can use agave syrup or maple syrup. You can also vary the vegetables to your heart's content. Cucumber, peppers or corn also go perfectly in the salad. If you like it a little spicier, you can add a chili pepper. The quinoa salad is ideal as a light lunch, as a side dish for grilling or as part of a buffet. It also tastes good the next day, as the quinoa absorbs the dressing well. So you can easily prepare it and take it to work or on a picnic. A piece of crispy bread or a fresh herb curd goes well with it. In the refrigerator, the salad will keep well covered for about 2-3 days. However, you should not store it for too long, as the arugula can otherwise wilt. If you want to prepare the salad, it is recommended to store the dressing separately and pour it over the salad shortly before serving. This keeps the salad fresh and crispy for longer.

Colorful Quinoa Salad with Feta Cheese

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Ingredients (10 ingredients)

Preparation (5 steps)

Cook Quinoa

Prepare Vegetables

Chop Garlic

Prepare Dressing

Mix Salad

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