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Roasted Asparagus Quinoa Salad
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4.15 from 7 votes

Roasted Asparagus Quinoa Salad W/ Feta Cheese

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: DIET, DINNER, LUNCH, salad + dressing, sides
Cuisine: American, gluten free, vegetarian
Calories: 824kcal
Author: Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. asparagus trimmed
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp. + 1tsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups COOKED quinoa
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded, and diced
  • 1.5 ounces feta cheese

Instructions

  • Pre heat oven to 400.
  • Place trimmed asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil then season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Allow to cool and then cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • In the meantime, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Place cooked quinoa in a large bowl and toss with the lemon dressing. Gently stir in asparagus and red pepper and then top with crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy.
  • Makes 4 cups.

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Nutrition

Calories: 824kcal | Carbohydrates: 129g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 1206mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 3905IU | Vitamin C: 153.9mg | Calcium: 315mg | Iron: 9.1mg