Lunch: Lemony Quinoa Salad with Shaved Vegetables

Eating quinoa is a great way for vegetarians to get protein. Ubuntu's Jeremy Fox tosses nutty-tasting quinoa with crunchy shaved vegetables for a refreshing salad loaded with vitamins and minerals.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Lemony Quinoa Salad with Shaved Vegetables

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

8 large red radishes or 1 large watermelon radish
1 small black radish
1 medium carrot
1 medium fennel bulb
1 c. quinoa
2 1/2 c. water
Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

Using a mandoline, thinly slice the radishes, carrot and fennel bulb. Transfer to a large bowl of ice water and refrigerate for about 1 hour, until crisp.
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, 20 minutes. Let cool.
Drain and dry the vegetables. In a bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice with the oil. Add the quinoa and toss; season with salt and pepper. Serve the quinoa in bowls, topped with the vegetables.

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