Thai Quinoa Salad

Hey everyone! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron with a veggie and protein-packed Thai Quinoa Salad. As we’re quickly approaching the holiday season, this is a salad recipe you’ll want to have handy! After a heavy meal or a few days of eating less healthy than you might like, this is the perfect salad to get you back on track and make you feel great. With all these veggies and the protein from the quinoa you’ll be feeling great in no time!

What makes this Thai Quinoa Salad healthy?

Quinoa is a low-glycemic food which means it is absorbed slowly into your body. A slow absorption mitigates spikes in your blood sugar which affects your mood, energy levels, and even how hungry you feel – which prevents over-eating. Basil has actually been found to detox heavy metals (such as aluminum, mercery, arsenic, lead, etc.) from your body which in turn protects just about every vital organ. Kale naturally boosts your metabolism, is known as a “cancer fighter,” and has a ton of iron. It also has a high concentration of vitamin A which promotes clear and healthy skin by allowing your body to properly retain moisture. Lime Juice helps to flush toxins out of your digestive tract. Green onions help to rid your liver of harmful toxins.

Tips to make this Thai Quinoa Salad the BEST:

More Quinoa Salad Recipes:

Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad from Chelsea’s Messy Apron Quinoa Salad from Chelsea’s Messy Apron Orange Avocado Quinoa Salad from Chelsea’s Messy Apron Honey Lime Quinoa Salad from The Recipe Critic Winter Pomegranate Quinoa Salad from The Recipe Critic

   

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