Heart-Healthy Recipe: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with an Indian Twist Using GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil

Posted on 20/09/24 3:27 PM by 2

Looking for a nutritious, heart-healthy meal that’s both tasty and easy to prepare? Try this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with an Indian twist, featuring fresh veggies, wholesome quinoa, and the rich, heart-healthy benefits of GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil. Known for its ability to reduce cholesterol and support cardiovascular health, olive oil is a must-have in any heart-conscious diet! 🌿

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa (cooked and cooled)
• 1 cucumber (chopped)
• 1 tomato (chopped)
• 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup black olives (sliced)
• 1/4 cup paneer cubes (optional, as an alternative to feta)
• Fresh coriander (chopped) for an Indian twist
• 1 green chilli (finely chopped) for some spice 🌶️
• 3 tbsp GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder (for an Indian flavour twist)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the quinoa: Cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool to room temperature.
2. Chop the vegetables: Prepare the cucumber, tomato, red onion, black olives, green chilli, and coriander.
3. Indian-style dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Mix it all together: In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, veggies, green chilli, and coriander. Drizzle the olive oil dressing over the mixture and toss everything gently.
5. Add the Indian touch: Instead of feta, you can opt for paneer cubes for a protein boost. Add them to the salad for a creamy texture that complements the Indian flavours.
6. Serve & enjoy: Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad makes a heart-healthy, flavorful lunch or side dish.

Why This Salad is Good for Your Heart:

• Quinoa: Rich in fibre, quinoa supports healthy cholesterol levels and promotes heart health.
• GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil: This olive oil provides monounsaturated fats that can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
• Paneer: A good source of protein and calcium, paneer adds a wholesome Indian twist to this salad.

Pro Tip:

Feel free to experiment by adding roasted cumin seeds or a dash of chaat masala to enhance the Indian flavour!

Boost Your Heart Health with GAIA Olive Oil:

Make healthy cooking a part of your lifestyle with GAIA Extra Light Olive Oil—perfect for light, everyday cooking and adding that extra touch to your dishes.Switch to heart-healthy eating today! 🌿💚