Arugula Quinoa Salad Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Arugula Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish combining peppery arugula with fluffy, protein-rich quinoa. Tossed with fresh tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and a zesty vinaigrette, this salad offers the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword arugula quinoa salad

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 277kcal

Author Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

For the salad:

5 oz. arugula
2 cups cooked quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese

For the dressing:

3 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

Instructions

Make the quinoa. Cook the quinoa according to package directions. We prefer to make ours in the instant pot. You'll need 2/3 cup of quinoa and one cup of chicken broth or water (if using the instant pot).
Toast the pine nuts. Toast the pine nuts on the stovetop over medium heat. This will just take a few minutes.
Make dressing. In a one-cup mason jar, combine olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Shake vigorously.
4 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 Tablespoons white wine vinegar, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Combine ingredients. In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, shredded parmesan cheese, and cooked quinoa.
5 oz. arugula, 2 cups cooked quinoa, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, 1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
Add dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. If you're not planning to eat the entire salad, add dressing to individual servings. Add some extra freshly ground black pepper to serve.

Notes

You can prepare the quinoa, toast the pine nuts, and make the salad dressing ahead of time. Store everything separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad and add the dressing just before serving to keep the arugula fresh and crisp.
You can add grilled chicken or shrimp (or other meats) to the salad for extra protein.

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