This quinoa dish looks beautiful, thanks to two colors of bell pepper! It’s a great way to introduce quinoa to your kids if they haven’t already tried it.

Ingredients:

• 1 and 1/2 cups quinoa
• 3 cups water
• 1 finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1 finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1 finely chopped cucumber
• 1 lemon
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar

1. Combine the quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then continue to cook for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the quinoa to a large bowl.
2. Add the bell peppers and cucumber. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the quinoa mixture. Add the olive oil and vinegar, stirring to combine.

This vibrant salad has so many beautiful colors, beans for extra protein, and a lemony dressing that kids will love!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 (12-ounce) box kidney beans
• 1 cup canned corn
• 1 finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
• 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons cumin

1. Combine the quinoa and water in a saucepan; cook over medium heat for 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed
2. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer to a large bowl. Add the beans, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro.
3. Squeeze the lemon juice over the quinoa mixture, then add the balsamic, olive oil, and cumin, stirring to coat.