Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
2. In a pot, bring water to a boil, add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
4. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

1. Heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender.
4. Pour soy sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine.
5. Serve over cooked rice or noodles.