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Chia Mango Quinoa Salad
Chia Mango Quinoa Salad

Chia Mango Quinoa Salad

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April 17, 2021

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • 10 mins

    25 mins

    35 mins

  • Yields: 6 servings (1 cup per serving)

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

1 large tomato, seeded and diced

1 ½ cups of corn kernels (frozen or canned)

1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced

1 mango, peeled and diced

3 tablespoons finely chopped chives

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

¼ teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

1 tablespoon chia seed (optional)

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well.

2. Rinse quinoa in a fine sieve until water runs clear, drain and

transfer to a medium pot.

3. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil.

4. Cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer until water is absorbed,

15 to 20 minutes.

5. Set aside off the heat for 5 minutes then uncover and fluff with a

fork.

6. Add remaining ingredients and toss until combined.

7. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup
Calories120
Sodium90mg
Iron3mg
Protein4g
Cholesterol0mg
Sugar11g
Total Fat2g
Saturated Fat0g
Folate64mcg
Calcium33mg
Percent calories from fat15%
Total Carbohydrates24g
Dietary Fiber4g