Edamame Quinoa Salad

This vibrant and protein-packed salad is a refreshing twist on traditional quinoa dishes, perfect for a light and nutritious meal.
Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
  Directions:

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, edamame, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Adjust seasoning if needed and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
   Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Calories: ~250 per serving | Servings: 4 | Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.