Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, it is entirely vegan and plant-based.

Can I use brown rice instead?

Yes, you can substitute it with brown rice, adjusting cooking time.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Grains

Fluffy quinoa tossed with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and spices for a bright and flavorful side.

Per 100 g

170 kcal

1 cup

315 kcal

(185 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
5 g / 100g	30 g / 100g	4 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 11% · Carbs 69% · Fat 20%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (185 g, 315 kcal) is 16% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 77 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Herbed Lemon Quinoa is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g
Herbed Lemon Quinoa	170	5 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

9/10

This wholesome grain is high in protein and low in calories, great for weight loss diets.

Is this recipe vegan?: Yes, it is entirely vegan and plant-based.
Can I use brown rice instead?: Yes, you can substitute it with brown rice, adjusting cooking time.
How do I store leftovers?: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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