RECIPE

Green Goddess Quinoa Salad Bowls

Serves 4

Lunch

About this recipe:

A filling and nutritious weekday lunch option. Just add a protein!

Ingredients:
  • ½ cup fresh basil
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup canned butter beans
  • 1 ⅓ cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup pre-cooked quinoa
  • 1 avocado
  • 4 cups arugula
Instructions:
  1. In a blender, combine basil, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar and 4 tsp lemon juice. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, drizzle in olive oil until blended. (Drizzle in a little water if needed to reach your desired consistency.) Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Drain and rinse butter beans. Divide butter beans, cherry tomatoes, pre-cooked quinoa, avocado and arugula into bowls. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.

Calories395
Carbs27g
Sugar4g
Fat30g
Sodium275mg
Fiber8g
Net carbs19g
Added sugar0g
Saturated fat5g
Protein8g