This fresh couscous or quinoa salad is one of those simple meals that can be adapted to your needs, preferences and the season you’re in. Nourishing, colorful, toddler friendly and easy to make. This is perfect for a light lunch, dinner or meal prep.

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Vibrant Veggie Quinoa Salad

A colorful, nutrient packed salad made with love, respect and intention. Flexible, healthy and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 20

Servings: 4 People

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Base

1 Cup Quinoa or Couscous
2 Cups Broth or Water
1 Clove Garlic
Your favorite seasonings Use your intuition
1 Tsp Olive oil or your choice of oil

Veggies & Add Ins

1 Cup Grated carrots
1 Can Chickpeas Rinsed
1 Cup Steamed broccoli
1 Cup Chopped bell peppers
1/2 Cup Chopped tomatoes
1 Cup Finely chopped spinach or arugula
1/4 Cup Chopped green olives
1 Cucumber, chopped
1 Lemon To squeeze on salad

Optional Protein Options

Grilled chicken, shrimp or salmon
Boiled eggs
Tofu or tempeh

Cheese (Optional)

Feta, goat cheese or vegan alternative I always do feta (balances it out beautifully)

Equipment

Pot For Quinoa or Couscous

Method

Allow yourself to take a deep breath and appreciate the opportunity you have to make such a healing and vibrant meal.

Cook The Base

Boil broth/water with garlic, seasonings and a splash of oil
Stir in couscous or quinoa, cover and cook for roughly 20 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.

Prep Veggies

Steam broccoli; grate or chop other veggies.
Rinse chickpeas

Assemble Salad

Combine base, vegetables, protein (if added) and cheese
Toss with lemon juice or dressing. Season to taste

If I feel adventurous, I will make a olive oil and lemon dressing with garlic + herbs.

Set Your Intention

Pause and add love, gratitude or positive energy while preparing, serving or before you eat.

Serve + Eat

Perfect warm, room temperature or chilled

Notes

Nutrient & Mind-Body Benefits

Couscous/Quinoa: Sustained energy + plant protein
Veggies: Vitamins, antioxidant’s, fiber for gut and immune health
Protein: Muscle support + satiety
Olives + Olive Oil: Heart + brain health
Lemon & Herbs: Immunity, anti-inflammatory benefits, fresh + bright flavor
Intention & Care: Enhances enjoyment, digestion and overall well-being
Tip: Cooking with respect and love nourishes body, mind and soul. Every ingredient can be a little gift to yourself.

Easy Variations & Swaps:

Use quinoa for extra protein or couscous for a softer, comforting texture.
Add posted sweet potatoes or zucchini for warmth and depth.
Toss in avacado’s for healthy fats
Use feta, goat cheese, parmesan or vegan cheese
Add grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp, tofu, boiled eggs or whatever is called to you.
Swap chickpeas for white beans or lenils
Add sunflower seeds, walnuts or pumpkin seeds.
Spice it up with chili flakes, cumin, smoked paprika or harissa
Enjoy warm, chilled or meal prep for the week

This salad is meant to be flexible, nourishing and intuitive. Use what you have, whats in season or what your body is craving most. Every version can become it’s own beautiful meal made with love and intention.

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Vibrant Veggie Quinoa Salad