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Mackerel & Quinoa Salad With Lemon-Caper Dressing

Mackerel & Quinoa Salad With Lemon-Caper Dressing Delight

A refreshing Mackerel & Quinoa Salad With Lemon-Caper Dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Quinoa Ensure it's fluffy
  • 1 can Mackerel Drained and flaked
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mackerel, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, capers, and Dijon mustard.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

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