Beet and Lemon Vinaigrette Quinoa Recipe

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Beet and Lemon Vinaigrette Quinoa
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Directions:

  1. Put the quinoa and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. As soon as it reaches a boil turn it down to a simmer and cover for 10-15 minutes You want all of the water to be absorbed.
  2. Make the vinaigrette my whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, and dijon until emulsified. Then add the dill and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and put in a mixing bowl.
  4. Peel the beets and cut into cubes.
  5. Add the scallions, beets and vinaigrette to the quinoa. Toss together and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  6. Toss again and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 201.38 Kcal (843 kJ)
Calories from fat 99.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.08g 17%
Sodium 34.58mg 1%
Potassium 256.64mg 5%
Total Carbs 21.52g 7%
Sugars 2.13g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.66g 11%
Protein 4.59g 9%
Vitamin C 6.3mg 11%
Iron 1.7mg 10%
Calcium 31.5mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 128.68 Kcal (539 kJ)
Calories from fat 63.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.08g 17%
Sodium 22.1mg 1%
Potassium 163.99mg 5%
Total Carbs 13.75g 7%
Sugars 1.36g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g 11%
Protein 2.93g 9%
Vitamin C 4mg 11%
Iron 1.1mg 10%
Calcium 20.1mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.4
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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