
A hearty and flavorful gluten-free lunch option packed with roasted vegetables, protein-rich quinoa, and a bright lemon-herb dressing. This recipe is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables and herbs.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked through. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Toss the broccoli, bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned, flipping halfway through.
While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the lemon-herb dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, parsley, basil, honey (if using), garlic, salt, and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, and lemon-herb dressing. Toss to coat.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition per serving (350g)
You can add other vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, or Brussels sprouts to this recipe.
For extra protein, add chickpeas, roasted tofu, or grilled chicken.
This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and herbs to your liking.
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