Medically reviewed by Shahzadi Devje, Registered Dietitian (RD) & Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Warm Asparagus Tomato Quinoa Salad | Easy, One-Pot, Spring Dish

Ingredients
- 20 asparagus trimmed and chopped in medium stalks
- 1 cup quinoa thoroughly washed and drained
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1.5 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 orange bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon juice
- 12 cherry tomato
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 green chili
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium pan. Fry the onion and garlic for a few minutes, until golden
- Add the peppers, green chilli, asparagus, tomatoes and spices. Cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat
- Add stock and quinoa, and bring to boil on high. Cook for 10 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked through. If soaking the quinoa, it will cook much faster
- Add lemon juice and serve
Please note the nutritional analysis values are estimates and suggestions. This nutrition facts table does not know your life - your body, including your hunger and satiety cues, change daily. It's okay to eat more or less. Say no to food guilt and instead embrace mindful eating.
Shahzadi is an award-winning registered dietitian (RD) regulated by the College of Dietitians of Ontario and certified diabetes educator (CDE), approved by the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board. A YouTuber and notorious foodie, she’s dedicated to helping you end your cooking wars, transform your health, and be the best version of yourself! Shahzadi is an on-air nutrition expert for CTV Your Morning and a regular contributor for Global News and other national media outlets.
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