Protein-rich grain bowl with edamame, quinoa, fresh vegetables, and zesty citrus dressing
# What You Need:
→ Grains and Legumes
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1 cup shelled edamame, fresh or frozen
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1/2 cucumber, diced
07 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
→ Dressing
10 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
02 - While quinoa cooks, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add edamame and cook for 3-4 minutes according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa, edamame, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - Serve chilled or at room temperature.
