Spice Up Your Salad Game with This Spicy Fennel Quinoa Del

Today’s Recipe: Spicy Fennel Quinoa Salad

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you my recipe for a refreshing and healthy Spicy Fennel Quinoa Salad. This dish is perfect for those days when you’re craving something light yet satisfying, with a kick of heat to liven things up.

To start off, here’s what you’ll need for this unique salad:

• quinoa (200g)
• fennel bulb (1), thinly sliced
• cucumber (1), diced
• cherry tomatoes (150g), halved
• red onion (1), thinly sliced
• jalapeno (1), finely chopped
• fresh parsley (a handful), chopped
• juice of 1 lemon
• olive oil (3 tbsp)
• ground cumin (1 tsp)
• smoked paprika (1 tsp)
• salt and pepper to taste

• knife
• cutting board
• large bowl
• small bowl
• citrus juicer

Start by cooking the quinoa according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff it with a fork and let it cool in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and toss to combine.

Add the sliced fennel, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, and chopped parsley to the quinoa. Mix everything well to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. When ready to serve, give it a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.

This Spicy Fennel Quinoa Salad weighs approximately 1000g in total, serves 4, with each serving weighing around 250g. One serving roughly amounts to 300 calories.

An unusual tip for this salad is to sprinkle some sumac on top before serving. This Middle Eastern spice adds a tangy and slightly fruity flavor that pairs perfectly with the spicy kick from the jalapeno.

I hope you give this Spicy Fennel Quinoa Salad a try and make it your own by adding your favorite vegetables or protein. Enjoy creating and exploring in the kitchen!