Easy Quinoa Salad Recipes to Make for Lunch

Delicious, easy quinoa salad recipes that are perfect for weekday lunches! These flavorful, protein-packed salads will be your new go-to quinoa recipes. Double a batch to feed your family or bring to your next party. 

If you know me you know I always manage to sneak quinoa into some of my favorite recipes. Whether it’s a new one pan dinner or a yummy on-the-go bar, there’s something about quinoa that just gives it that extra goodness. Plus one cup of quinoa packs 8g of protein and 5g of fiber – aka the perfect base for some delicious recipes.

I rounded up 11 of my go-to quinoa salad recipes because there’s truly nothing better than super flavorful, easy, add-everything-to-a-bowl recipes. If you need to start with the basics, here’s how to make the best fluffy quinoa!

Not only do these salads make the best, satisfying lunches (Abra and I make them almost every week) but they’re also great for feeding a crowd. Bring one to your next party or make a double batch for the whole family. They’re guaranteed to impress – even on football Sunday. Take a scroll, pick a few favorites to make for lunch, and be sure to leave a comment with your favs.

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Enjoy, xo!

1. Fiesta Mango Black Bean Quinoa Salad

2. Kale, Edamame & Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

3. Thai Chicken Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing

4. Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Salad with Honey-Orange Dressing

5. Roasted Veggie, Chickpea & Pesto Quinoa Salad

6. Balsamic Chicken Berry Quinoa Salad

7. Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad with Cherries, Goat Cheese + Candied Walnuts

8. Famous Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad {Vegan & Gluten-Free}

9. One Pot Moroccan Chickpea Quinoa Salad

10. Green Goddess Tuna Quinoa Salad

11. Strawberry & Mango Chopped Spinach Quinoa Salad with Sesame-Lime Vinaigrette

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