Amaranth salad with roasted vegetables

Amaranth salad with roasted vegetables recipe videos

Amaranth salad with roasted vegetables is a vibrant, plant-based dish that combines the ancient, protein-rich grain amaranth with a medley of oven-roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and onions. It is often dressed with a light vinaigrette and can be garnished with fresh herbs or nuts. This dish is a modern, health-conscious preparation with roots in the culinary traditions of Central and South America, where amaranth has been a staple for millennia.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is a balanced, nutrient-dense meal that is high in plant-based protein and dietary fiber, with a moderate amount of complex carbohydrates. It provides a good range of essential vitamins and minerals, including iron, magnesium, and vitamin C, and typically contains around 350-400 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	320 mg
Iron	5.2 mg
Magnesium	160 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Manganese	2.8 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin K	25 mcg
Folate	120 mcg
Potassium	480 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Amaranth is not a true grain but a pseudocereal, and it was a sacred crop to the Aztecs, who also used it in ceremonial rituals. Nutritionally, it is unique for being a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, which is rare for plant foods.