Fresh Beet and Quinoa Salad
>> Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Beet. Quinoa. I know.
This salad tastes much better than I thought it would. Yeah, it surprised me too. 
Simple Salad of Fresh Beet and Quinoa
(Serves 4)
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1/2 cup quinoa, cooked in plenty of water (just as you would pasta) until translucent, drained
One medium beet, peeled and julienned
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup your favorite light, citrusy vinegar (orange muscat champagne vinegar from Trader Joe's is used here.)
1/4 chopped fresh parley leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
Mix. Chill. Enjoy.
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22 comments:
did I just wake up in a whole new land? things look mighty bright and fresh around here - and this salad - what can I say - deeeeluxe!
I've been seeing quite a bit of beet and quinoa recipes lately. I think it's time I take a gander at it.
Love the new banner, btw.
What gorgeous colours in that salad!
I hope I don't end up with pink fingernails for a week from julienning beets.
Can't help but think of Dwight from The Office eating a raw unpeeled beet.
How pretty! I think it sounded good right off the bat- even before seeing your nice photo. I love the look of the julienned beets.
-Siri
The salad looks great, I love quinoa and the way it picked up the color of the beats, well its very pretty and festive. I bet it tasted delicious too
I may have to take your word on this one. Beet is not for me, but I could see myself using another veggie in this same salad and loving it! You always have such creative ideas. I love it!
that is so gorgeous! look at those colors, it has to be good!
Your salad looks fantastic! I love beets, and they sound great with quinoa and parsley.
Mmmmm, this would be so nice next to grilled fish or chicken. Save!
Your pic really grabbed me when I saw this on photograzing. It's gorgeous!
I bought some quinoa and quinoa flakes the other day. The flakes have all been eaten as porridge, but I haven't tried the grain yet. It's beetroot season here though, so maybe I can put them together.
That looks so delicious and healthy-exactly what I need right now Leela! :)
I LOVE beets! And I'm just starting to get into quinoa, so I'll definitely have to try this soon! I bet it would be great with some sauteed beet greens too
Is the beet eaten raw? I don't think I've ever had raw beets before. What do they taste like?
Marc - Yup, raw. For some reason, I like raw beet better than cooked -- it's more crunchy and sweeter. Beet coleslaw is my favorite.
That's so beautiful! The textures must be amazing (not to mention the flavors, as well!)
I've been experimenting with quinoa on my own blog (http://feastonthecheap.wordpress.com) bu this looks especially summery and delicious. Can't wait to try it!
Wow-I love the colour!!! Quinoa and beet-what a terrific combo :)
Thank you for posting this <3. It was divine. I made it with organic Italian parsley, the orange muskat champagne vinegar, and a squeeze of lemon juice. I paired the quinoa salad with baked then grilled potatoes and onions with a garlic clove, olive oil, butter, rosemary, sea salt, and pepper to taste.
I was directed here from a link entitled "American Fried Rice" Something tells me, 'That's not it.' I would love to read the fried rice article....Thanks.
Scott - The post on American Fried Rice can be found here.
Could you please let me know where that wrong link is located so I can correct it? Thanks.
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