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Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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Published: Jun 6, 2016 · Modified: Apr 2, 2025 by Sara · This post may contain affiliate links

This Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette comes together in about 20 minutes and only has around 200 calories per serving! This may be your new ‘go-to’ salad for summer!

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Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Alright Zucchini and Quinoa lovers, this salad does not disappoint! This salad is packed with protein and is perfect to take on the go. I personally like to make this ahead of time and take it to the beach for a nice healthy lunch.

This is such a great summer salad. The Zucchini gives every bite a nice crispy crunch, while the Lemon Vinaigrette gives off a light citrus flavor.

Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

This salad takes only 20 minutes to make from start to finish, which comes in handy when life gets a little chaotic.

I don’t know about you, but my schedule has been crazy lately with the end of school coming, getting ready for summer, and working long hours. This salad has been my savior on these busy days!

 Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

When I make this, I start by cooking the Quinoa first. I personally like Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Sara
This Quinoa Zucchini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette comes together in about 20 minutes and only has around 200 calories per serving! This may be your new ‘go-to’ salad for summer!
4.50 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 202 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dry Quinoa
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 medium Zucchinis diced
  • 1 Shallot finely chopped
  • juice from 1/2 a Lemon about 3 Tbs
  • 4 Tbs EVOO
  • 2 tsp Basil
  • 2 tsp Thyme
  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Instructions
 

  • In medium saucepan add Quinoa and Water.
  • Bring to boil, then cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook for 20 minutes.
  • While the Quinoa is cooking prepare everything else.
  • Let Quinoa cool for 10 minutes.
  • Add all ingredients to a big bowl and mix well.
  • Makes about 6 cups.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 302mgPotassium: 348mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 168IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
Keyword quinoa salad, quinoa zucchini salad with lemon vinaigrette, salad, zucchini salad
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Comments

  1. Shannon says

    February 12, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this, i sautéed the shallot with the Zucchini, i added a yellow squash for color in place of the other Zucchini. All i had was red quinoa, but for presentation its still a gorgeous side! The flavors are nice and light, i think next time ill use fresh herbs. But overall, very good, and healthy!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      February 13, 2017 at 7:54 am

      That’s awesome Shannon, glad you liked it!

      Reply
  2. Lynn says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    4 stars
    I added sliced green onions. I used 2 big zucchinis. Excellent!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      July 13, 2016 at 5:08 pm

      Hey Lynn, that sounds great, glad you liked it!

      Reply

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