Fresh and Filling, This Protein-Packed Salad Makes the Perfect Post-Workout Meal

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It's served cold, so it's the perfect recipe to celebrate the warmer weather. Make it ahead and keep a bowl in the fridge for an easy post-workout dinner or to bring to your next potluck. You can whip up this simple dish in 30 minutes, and it's so pretty, you can't help but dig in!

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Total time: 29 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients :

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups shelled frozen edamame
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 1/2 yellow pepper, diced
• 1/2 red pepper, diced
• 1 cup red cabbage, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions :

• Place the quinoa, water, and salt in a covered pot. Heat on high until it boils, lower the heat to low, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is soft and the water absorbed.
• Pour the quinoa into a medium-sized bowl, and mix in the frozen edamame, carrots, peppers, and cabbage.
• In a small bowl, make the dressing by mixing the sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and sesame seeds.
• Pour the dressing over the quinoa and veggies, and mix thoroughly. Enjoy immediately, or store in a covered container for later.
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