Nutritious salad featuring farmers market veggies and quinoa.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €13.90 · €3.47/serving
- 1/2 cup shelled raw pistachios (toast in a dry skillet for extra flavor)Est. price €2.50–€4.50
- 8 ounces haricot verts and/or yellow wax beans (blanch in boiling water for a vibrant color and crisp texture)Est. price €2.00–€3.50
- 4 ounces sugar snap peas (remove strings before cooking)Est. price €1.50–€2.50
- Kosher salt (season to taste)Est. price €0.02–€0.05
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh fines herbes (like parsley, chives, basil, tarragon, and dill) (add at the end for maximum freshness)Est. price €1.00–€2.00
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil (use high-quality for best flavor)Est. price €0.60–€1.20
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (adjust to taste)Est. price €0.20–€0.40
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (emulsify with oil for a creamy dressing)Est. price €0.15–€0.30
- Freshly ground black pepper (season generously)Est. price €0.03–€0.08
- 2 small or 1 large head of broccoli, florets finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) (steam or roast for a tender-crisp texture)Est. price €1.20–€2.00
Steps
- 1Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F. Spread out the pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet and toast them in the oven, giving them a toss once halfway through, until they turn a beautiful golden brown color, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes. Once done, allow the toasted pistachios to cool down before coarsely chopping them up.
- 2In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch the green beans and sugar snap peas until they are no longer raw but still have a crunchy texture, which should take around 2 minutes. Remove them from the water using a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of ice water to cool for approximately 3 minutes. Once chilled, drain the vegetables, gently dry them with a paper towel, and then slice them thinly into bite-sized pieces.
Cultural note
The Farmers Market Quinoa Veggie Salad is a modern twist on traditional grain salads, incorporating a variety of fresh ingredients commonly found in farmers markets. Quinoa, a staple grain in South America, is celebrated for its high nutritional content and versatility. The use of fines herbes and Dijon mustard in the…
Seasonal note
This Farmers Market Quinoa Veggie Salad is best enjoyed during the spring and summer months when fresh vegetables like haricot verts, sugar snap peas, and pea shoots are in season. These ingredients are at their peak in flavor and nutritional value during this time.
Health note
This salad is a nutritious and balanced meal, providing a good source of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins like A, C, and K. The combination of quinoa and vegetables offers a low-calorie, high-fiber option that can support digestion and overall health. The pistachios add a dose of healthy fats and…
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