High Protein Corn & Quinoa Vegetarian Salad

If you are looking for a healthy and delicious vegetarian salad that is high in protein, you might want to try this corn and quinoa salad. Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that contains all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source. Corn adds some natural sweetness and crunch, while fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber and onion provide vitamins and antioxidants. The salad is dressed with a creamy hummus and apple cider vinegar dressing that adds some tang and richness. You can also sprinkle some vegan feta cheese and sweet chili sauce on top for extra flavor and texture. This salad is easy to make, transportable and perfect for meal prep. Here is how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of quinoa, rinsed and cooked according to package directions
• 1 cup of corn kernels, fresh or canned
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup of hummus
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: vegan feta cheese and sweet chili sauce for serving

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, toss the cooked quinoa with the corn, tomato, cucumber, onion and cilantro.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the hummus and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
• Serve with vegan feta cheese and sweet chili sauce if desired. Enjoy!