Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables
A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad inspired by the cycling spirit of Flanders Classics, featuring quinoa, roasted beets, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This french-inspired quick meals (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes pairs uncooked quinoa, medium, peeled and sliced beets, small, thinly sliced red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, uncooked quinoa
- 2 medium, peeled and sliced beets
- 1 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss beets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender, then let cool.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, rinse and drain 1 cup quinoa. Add diced zucchini, sliced red onion, and cooled roasted beets. Toss to combine.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp dill, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated.
- Step 4: Chill for 10 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep uncooked quinoa from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Flanders Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this flanders are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
