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Quinoa Salad with Peas, Carrots and Roasted Asparagus

Recipe by JustInCooking

A spring salad rich in protein and color, combining fluffy quinoa, crunchy carrots, sweet peas and lightly butter‑roasted asparagus, all tossed in a lemon‑mustard vinaigrette. Perfect as a light main dish or a hearty side.

EasyFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
18m
Prep
1h 7m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 35m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$9.91
Total cost
$2.48
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Cook quinoa al dente (do not overcook).
  • Steam the asparagus until tender.
  • Roast the asparagus in butter until golden without burning.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot oil carefully to avoid splatters.
  • Be careful of steam when cooking the asparagus.

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