Summer Squash And Zucchini Quinoa Salad

Name: Summer Squash And Zucchini Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Ingredients: 1 medium summer squash, chopped (about 2 cups); 1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 2 cups); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup cooked quinoa; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; 2 tsp fresh dill, finely minced; ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

March 19, 2024

|By devinmorgan

Try this refreshing and nutritious Summer Squash and Zucchini Quinoa Salad that is quick and easy to make. Packed with fresh veggies, this healthy dish is perfect for summer.

Yields1 Serving

Prep Time30 minsCook Time1 hrTotal Time1 hr 30 mins

1 medium summer squash, chopped (about 2 cups)

1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 2 cups)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup cooked quinoa

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

2 tsp fresh dill, finely minced

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

In a large skilled over medium heat, saute the squash and zucchini
in the olive oil until almost tender, about 3-4 minutes. Season with
salt and pepper.

Add quinoa to the skillet and cook for another minute or so until
everything is warm.

Whisk together the lemon juice, zest, dill and red pepper flakes in a
small bowl.

Either transfer this mixture to a bowl or leave in the skillet and add
the dressing. Toss to combine, taste and adjust salt and pepper as
needed.

Serve warm or cool in the fridge for 30 minutes.

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