Lunch: Roasted Vegetable Salad with Quinoa

Description: This vibrant salad is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's a holistic meal because it's made with whole, unprocessed ingredients and provides a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. The crunchy vegetables and quinoa can help to scrub teeth and gums, while the antioxidants can help protect against oral bacteria.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked

  • 1 cup roasted vegetables (such as sweet potatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, or broccoli)

  • 1/2 cup arugula

  • 1/4 cup feta cheese

  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, roasted vegetables, arugula, feta cheese, and sunflower seeds.

  2. Toss with balsamic vinaigrette and serve immediately.

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