#fightoffsickness

This refreshing quinoa salad is packed with protein and vitamins, perfect for boosting your immune system when you're feeling sick.

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed. 2 cups water. 1 cucumber, diced. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. 1/4 cup olive oil. 2 tbsp lemon juice. 1 tsp Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and chopped parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to coat. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes