Spicy Chili Quinoa Salad

Hear ye, Hear ye, no matter your dietary preference, whether you be vegan, carnivore, or pescetarian, you can rejoice in this delicious salad that is sure to satisfy all picky eaters: Spicy Chili Quinoa Salad! This amazing dish is simple in its execution but offers robust flavor that’s sure to please even the pickiest of palates. Another great thing about this dish is how affordable it is, you can get most of these ingredients for a relatively affordable price and you can meal prep this dish ahead of time Great for lunches, as a companion dish to dinner, or as a snack! You’re sure to love this Spicy Chili Quinoa Salad.

How do I cook Quinoa for my Spicy Chili Quinoa Salad?

Quinoa is really easy to cook, it’s just like rice. For every cup of quinoa, add two cups of salted water. Always make sure to rinse your quinoa in a fine mesh colander for about a minute to remove any bitterness on the outside of the quinoa caused by the naturally occurring saponins. Bring the quinoa to a boil over medium-high heat then decrease to a gentle simmer, cook until the quinoa has absorbed most of the water, about 10-20 minutes, and reduce the heat as time goes on to maintain the gentle simmer. Remove the pot from heat, cover, and let the quinoa steam for 5 minutes, and then gently flake it on a fork. That helps get it nice and fluffy.