Quinoa & Lentil Power Salad

Quinoa Lentil Power Salad

Ingredients

1. 1 cup quinoa 2. 1 cup French lentils 3. ½ cup chopped broccoli 4. ½ cup shredded Brussels sprouts 5. ¼ cup pumpkin seeds 6. 2 tbsp hemp hearts 7. Lemon-garlic dressing 8. ¼ cup dried cranberries

Detail Steps and Procedure

1. Precise Timing & Temperatures: Cook quinoa 15-20 minutes. Cook lentils 20-25 minutes until tender but firm. Roast broccoli and Brussels sprouts at 425°F (218°C) for 18-22 minutes. Toast pumpkin seeds at 350°F (177°C) for 5-7 minutes.

2. Chef’s Techniques & Critical Steps: Rinse quinoa and lentils separately. Roast vegetables in single layer for caramelization. Fluff quinoa with fork after cooking. Toss warm grains with dressing for better absorption.

3. Ingredient Preparation Details: Use tri-color quinoa. Sort and rinse lentils. Chop broccoli and Brussels sprouts uniformly. Use raw pumpkin seeds. Have hemp hearts ready.

4. Serving & Storage Instructions: Serve warm or at room temperature. Store components separately up to 5 days. Assemble just before serving or keep dressed salad up to 3 days.

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