Light Creamy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad | Quinoa Salad Recipe (2024)

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Healthy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad – another tasty quinoa recipe to add to your menu! Hearty quinoa tossed with roasted asparagus, garlic and creamy goat cheese. This quick easy gluten free salad is perfect for a simple lunch or side dish.

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The other day I was in desperate need of a pedicure. Like, we’re talking half of my nail polish was disappearing or chipped off of all my toes, AND the nail polish was red so it looked like I had some kind serious infection. Gross!

My sweet husband told me, “just go get one. I’ll put little man down for bed.” (LoVE that man …) Even as I write this I am in a quiet house because he took little man out for a daddy son doughnut morning.Any who, back to the point. After we had finished dinner I went out to get a pedicure and fix the mess that were my nails. While I was there a mom and a youngdaughter walk in (I would say she was about 11 years old). I smiled because it reminded me of my mom.

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As they got situated and told their nail ladies what color they wanted they both leaned back, got comfy and pulled out their phones. The entire time the mom was scrolling through her phone and her daughter was listening to music, text messaging, or watching a show. The only time they talked was when the mom leaned over to “check on her” to say “what are you watching?” That time could have been special … a mother daughter pedicure date.. but instead the phone came between them. Instead of talking to each other they sat their in silence, eyes glued to the glowing screen.

My heart just hurt. Why are we so pulled to this small 3×3 device called a phone. Why can we not set it down for 45 minutes to engage and invest in people we love… or relax when we are suppose to relax. All in all, I guess I just wanted to say. What does your “phone life” look like? Are you on it all the time? Are you on your phone for a purpose or is it just to waste time? What about your kids?

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Quinoa salad

Ok, on to this tasty Creamy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad! Last week I posted my Honey Mustard Pecan Crusted Salmonserved it with this Quinoa Salad. Did you know that Asparagus and Salmon are best friends? They seriously go so well together so I wanted to carry some of the flavors I used in the Salmon over to this Salad to further solidify their union to each other. 🙂

Is quinoa salad healthy?

Yes. Quinoa is known as a superfood in the health industry. It is gluten-free, high in protein, fiber, magnesium, B vitamins, calcium and vitamin E. It also hasvarious beneficial antioxidants. Quinoais one of the healthiest and most nutritious foods on the planet. It may improve your blood sugar and cholesterol levels and even aid with weight loss

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What is quinoa salad?

Quinoa Salad is just that. A salad with a base of quinoa instead of lettuce. It will typically have lots of vegetables in it, sometimes a protein and a dressing. Quinoa Salad can be served both warm and cold. It honestly just depends on the kind of salad you’re making.

This Asparagus Quinoa Salad is best served warm, but my Crunchy Thai Quinoa Salad is best cold. Just take a look at your ingredients and if they are “raw” veggies than you’ll probably want the salad cold.

How long does Quinoa Salad last?

Store your quinoa salad in an air tight container in the refrigerator. If stored properly, this salad will last 3-5 days.

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This Quinoa Salad is packed with sweet roasted Asparagus, chopped Pecans, and creamy Goat Cheese. Because the Quinoa is warm when I put this together the goat cheese melted into everything and OMG was it good!

If you’re in need of a quick, healthy, gluten free, and even vegetarian side dish .. ahem.. you’re looking at it! Quinoa is loaded with nutrients! This Creamy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad (whew, say that three times) takes 25 minutes to make, is under 150 calories a serving, and has a good amount of protein in it to go along side your main protein.

Can’t wait to hear what you think, Bon Appetit my friends!

What to eat Quinoa Salad with?

  • Glazed Honey Garlic Beer Can Chicken
  • Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs
  • Paleo Baked Salmon with Avocado Salsa
  • Dijon Maple Glazed Salmon

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Light Creamy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad

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  • Author: Krista
  • Prep Time: 2 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: gluten free, side dishes, salad, vegetarian, kid friendly
  • Method: oven + stove
  • Cuisine: american
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Healthy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad – another tasty quinoa recipe to add to your menu! Hearty quinoa tossed with roasted asparagus, garlic and creamy goat cheese.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 bunch of asparagus, bottom 2″ trimmed off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup tri-color quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup roughly chopped pecans
  • 2 oz. crumbled goat cheese
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt to season

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Add asparagus to a baking sheet. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt over asparagus. Toss to coat the asparagus then lay them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cut into 1/2″ slices. Set aside.
  4. In a medium saucepan add quinoa and water. Bring the water to a boil. Once boiling reduce the heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Once the quinoa is done, fluff with a fork.
  5. Add quinoa to a medium bowl along with chopped asparagus, pecans, goat cheese, red wine vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt to season. Toss everything together and serve!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 143
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 257 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 4 mg

Keywords: quinoa salad, quinoa recipes, gluten free side dishes, gluten free salad recipes, easy salad recipes, easy asparagus recipes, roasted asparagus,

Filed Under:

  • 30 Minute Meals
  • Christmas
  • Gluten-Free
  • Holiday
  • Holidays
  • Kid Friendly
  • Salads
  • Side Dishes
  • Vegetarian

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FAQs

How long does quinoa salad last in the fridge? ›

Make ahead: The salad can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Is it okay to eat quinoa salad everyday? ›

A study by the Harvard Public School of Health stated that eating a bowl of quinoa daily may reduce the chances of early death risk from cancer, heart disease, respiratory ailments, diabetes, and other chronic diseases by 17%.

Can I eat quinoa salad everyday? ›

You can eat one-two cups of cooked quinoa in a day. You should avoid eating it if you experience stomachache, itchiness or vomiting after consuming it. A study by Harvard Public School of Health has reported that eating a bowl of quinoa daily is healthy and without any side effects.

Can I eat quinoa after 5 days? ›

Assessing the Shelf Life of Cooked Quinoa

Properly stored in an airtight container within the refrigerator, cooked quinoa can last for 5-7 days. For longer storage, cooked quinoa can be frozen, extending its shelf life up to 8-12 months.

Can you eat quinoa after 7 days? ›

How long does cooked quinoa last in the fridge? With proper storage, the shelf life of quinoa is 5 days in the refrigerator. Always check it when you remove it from the refrigerator and if there are any off smells or visible signs of mold or a milk liquid present, you should discard it.

Can I eat 4 day old quinoa? ›

A rival to rice or barley, quinoa can be cooked in batches as your carb of choice for the week. This way, you can store the cooked quinoa in the fridge for up to five days. Once it's cooled down, put it in an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator, ensuring the tub is well sealed.

How do you know if quinoa has gone bad? ›

Since quinoa has a long shelf life if kept dry, it is hard to tell if it has gone bad. It generally does not become rancid or smell. Cooked quinoa that has gone bad will show a loss of texture as it hardens and then can grow mold.

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