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Arugula quinoa salad in a serving bowl.

Arugula Quinoa Salad

Tressa Jamil
Arugula quinoa salad combines peppery arugula, crispy quinoa, and simple toppings to make an easy salad you'll want to pair with everything.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 188 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
  
  • 1 cups quinoa, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
  • 6 cups fresh arugula
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for drizzling
  • lemon juice, ½ lemon, (Plus 1 teaspoon of lemon zest)
  • ½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes
  • ½ cup shaved parmesan cheese
Instructions
 
  • Preheat the oven to 375℉ (191℃). Prepare uncooked quinoa in a saute pan according to the package. Then, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Add olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine, then spread the quinoa in a single layer over the parchment paper.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the quinoa is golden brown and crispy.
  • Meanwhile, add the arugula to a mixing bowl and add one tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Massage the greens with your hands and transfer them to a serving dish or large salad bowl.
  • Remove the quinoa from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then sprinkle the quinoa over the arugula. Finish the salad with tomatoes and shaved parmesan cheese to serve.
Notes
Expert Tips: 
  • Spread the quinoa onto the parchment paper in a single layer so they become nice and crispy. 
  • Massage the arugula before using it in the salad for the best results. 
Nutrition Disclosure:
  • The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 188 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 9 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 6 mg | Sodium: 336 mg | Potassium: 281 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 611 IU | Vitamin C: 6 mg | Calcium: 152 mg | Iron: 2 mg
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